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Green · Petrol · 1991 · 2,226 cc

J81 EHSMOT history

J81 EHS is a green petrol Audi Coupe first used on 2 Aug 1991. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 178,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
178,286 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J81 EHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Coupe
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,226 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
2 Aug 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J81 EHS was last recorded at 178,286 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,124 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
162 miles
Average per year
2,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,286 miles
  • 2024 – 178,124 miles
  • 2023 – 177,876 miles
  • 2022 – 177,621 miles
  • 2021 – 177,489 miles
  • 2020 – 177,092 miles
  • 2019 – 176,779 miles
  • 2018 – 176,275 miles
  • 2017 – 175,969 miles
  • 2016 – 174,955 miles
  • 2015 – 174,071 miles
  • 2014 – 172,370 miles
  • 2013 – 170,268 miles
  • 2012 – 168,260 miles
  • 2011 – 165,752 miles
  • 2009 – 162,329 miles
  • 2008 – 144,291 miles
  • 2006 – 128,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,286 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential weeping from near side casing seal and drive shaft seal on both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear axle --suspension--shock absorber casings and brake components have heavy surface corrosion

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,286 miles (+162)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    178,286 miles
    Test number
    616487420914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential weeping from near side casing seal and drive shaft seal on both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle --suspension--shock absorber casings and brake components have heavy surface corrosion
  2. Pass178,124 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    178,124 miles
    Test number
    988281569563
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION UPRIGHTS AND ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE SIGNIFICANT CORROSION
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE AND ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS AND UPRIGHTS INCLUDING SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE SIGNIFICANT CORROSION
  3. Fail178,121 miles (+2)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,121 miles
    Test number
    228768670356
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front suspension uprights and shock absorbers have significant corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle and all metal suspension uprights and shock absorbers have significant corrosion
  4. Fail178,119 miles (+243)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,119 miles
    Test number
    267948403968
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nuts stripped on threads (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rear of disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rear of disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively juddering across screen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front suspension uprights and shock absorbers have significant corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle and all metal suspension uprights and shock absorbers have significant corrosion
  5. Pass177,876 miles (+255)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    177,876 miles
    Test number
    342245197881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted--rusty at rear of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust support bracket at front broken
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers and wheel bearing housings have heavy surface corrosion
  6. Pass177,621 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    177,621 miles
    Test number
    804882130057
    • AdvisoryALL 4 LOWER SPING PLATFORMS ARE VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryALL FRONT SUSPENSION COMPONENTS VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryCentral Front FRONT SUBFRAME AND LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS ARE VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED--REAR OF DISC IS CORRODED AND IN POOR CONDITION (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer HEADLAMP REFLECTOR POOR--BEAM IMAGE IS POOR
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED- (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF SEAL LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED--REAR OF DISC IS CORRODED AND IN POOR CONDITION (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST LEAKING AT FRONT CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective EXHAUST SUPPORT AT GEARBOX BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL BELOW DOOR AND BEHIND WHEEL HOLED AND WEAK (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP SUSPENSION MOUNT HAS PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED- (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS AND SPRINGS VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair REAR FOOT BRAKE EFFICIENCY ---SEE BRAKE RESULTS (1.2.1 (c))
  7. Fail177,621 miles (+132)1 repaired15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,621 miles
    Test number
    989804547101
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryALL 4 LOWER SPING PLATFORMS ARE VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryALL FRONT SUSPENSION COMPONENTS VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryCentral Front FRONT SUBFRAME AND LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS ARE VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED--REAR OF DISC IS CORRODED AND IN POOR CONDITION (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer HEADLAMP REFLECTOR POOR--BEAM IMAGE IS POOR
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED- (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF SEAL LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED--REAR OF DISC IS CORRODED AND IN POOR CONDITION (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST LEAKING AT FRONT CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective EXHAUST SUPPORT AT GEARBOX BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL BELOW DOOR AND BEHIND WHEEL HOLED AND WEAK (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP SUSPENSION MOUNT HAS PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISC WORN PITTED AND SCORED- (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS AND SPRINGS VERY RUSTY
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair REAR FOOT BRAKE EFFICIENCY ---SEE BRAKE RESULTS (1.2.1 (c))
  8. Pass177,489 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,489 miles
    Test number
    586357995285
    • AdvisoryFront all metal suspension and and brake parts have heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top strut mount has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer washer jet has only one working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s rear suspension units have heavy surface corrosion
  9. Fail177,488 miles (+396)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,488 miles
    Test number
    267612455749
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side no effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront all metal suspension and and brake parts have heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top strut mount has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer washer jet has only one working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s rear suspension units have heavy surface corrosion
  10. Pass177,092 miles (+313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    177,092 miles
    Test number
    556744192289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs corroded inner surlaces.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen delaminating.
  11. Pass176,779 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    176,779 miles
    Test number
    620390168061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount has play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension parts have heavy surface corrossion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension struts have heavy surface corrossion
  12. Fail176,779 miles (+504)4 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,779 miles
    Test number
    324437736430
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount has play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension parts have heavy surface corrossion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension struts have heavy surface corrossion
  13. Pass176,275 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    176,275 miles
    Test number
    902827251561
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  14. Fail176,272 miles (+303)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,272 miles
    Test number
    545998217736
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to condition of flexible hoses. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  15. Pass175,969 miles (+1,014)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    175,969 miles
    Test number
    800236555185
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower exhaust support broken at gearbox
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge very close to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer indicator unit loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Oil leak drive shaft seal at diff
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear back plate in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer windscreen scored
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front back plates missing
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames and wishbones and all suspension parts have heavy surface corrosion
  16. Pass174,955 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    174,955 miles
    Test number
    483081121095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished and weathered (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel filter cradle rubber bobbins perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops and covers are perished and loose-broken
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension parts and front and rear sub-frames are rusty
  17. Fail174,955 miles (+884)2 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,955 miles
    Test number
    484035127017
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished and weathered (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel filter cradle rubber bobbins perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops and covers are perished and loose-broken
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension parts and front and rear sub-frames are rusty
  18. Pass174,071 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    174,071 miles
    Test number
    859303205294
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust clamp at rear not tight
    • NoteRear brake back plates deteriorated
  19. Fail174,071 miles (+1,701)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,071 miles
    Test number
    295401005291
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust clamp at rear not tight
    • NoteRear brake back plates deteriorated
  20. Pass172,370 miles (+18)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    172,370 miles
    Test number
    339656504292
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront coil springs corroded
    • NoteUnderside of car rusty
  21. Fail172,352 miles (+2,084)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,352 miles
    Test number
    969451784153
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoot floor holed and corroded at n/s and o/s
    • NoteO/S/F sill holed and corroded at bottom of door.
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass170,268 miles (+2,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    170,268 miles
    Test number
    408614013043
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  23. Pass168,260 miles (+2,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    168,260 miles
    Test number
    666136112084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  24. Pass165,752 miles (+3,423)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    165,752 miles
    Test number
    367320621015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake discs front and rear in poor condition
  25. Pass162,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    162,329 miles
    Test number
    153707359378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail162,329 miles (+7,901)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,329 miles
    Test number
    960866159387
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass154,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    154,428 miles
    Test number
    784846919080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail154,428 miles (+10,137)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,428 miles
    Test number
    811046419008
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  29. Pass144,291 miles (+15,768)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    144,291 miles
    Test number
    511839918010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass128,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    128,523 miles
    Test number
    151121816109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J81 EHS

Does J81 EHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J81 EHS is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J81 EHS?
The MOT on J81 EHS is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J81 EHS done?
J81 EHS was recorded at 178,286 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 2,511 miles a year.
Has J81 EHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J81 EHS has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on J81 EHS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J81 EHS find?
J81 EHS passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear oil leak, but not excessive rear differential weeping from near side casing seal and drive shaft seal on both sides, and 1 more.

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