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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,976 cc

J9 MSLMOT history

J9 MSL is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 6 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 136,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

J9 MSL blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,714 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 MSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,976 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 MSL was last recorded at 136,714 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 3,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,653 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,061 miles
Average per year
5,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,714 miles
  • 2025 – 133,653 miles
  • 2024 – 131,311 miles
  • 2023 – 127,859 miles
  • 2022 – 124,754 miles
  • 2021 – 119,320 miles
  • 2020 – 116,309 miles
  • 2019 – 114,046 miles
  • 2018 – 106,834 miles
  • 2017 – 100,736 miles
  • 2016 – 94,630 miles
  • 2015 – 86,192 miles
  • 2014 – 79,543 miles
  • 2013 – 72,575 miles
  • 2012 – 65,939 miles
  • 2011 – 57,673 miles
  • 2010 – 50,535 miles
  • 2009 – 44,044 miles
  • 2008 – 36,465 miles
  • 2007 – 27,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,714 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOuter sill and under covers fitted
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,714 miles (+3,061)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,714 miles
    Test number
    104671466629
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass133,653 miles (+2,342)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    133,653 miles
    Test number
    831124715185
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill and undercovers
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,311 miles (+3,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,311 miles
    Test number
    153745005673
    • AdvisoryOuter and undercovers
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,859 miles (+3,105)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    127,859 miles
    Test number
    816903488571
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,754 miles (+5,434)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    124,754 miles
    Test number
    581177726767
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,320 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,320 miles
    Test number
    847495024326
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers obscuring view

  7. Fail119,320 miles (+3,011)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,320 miles
    Test number
    866079206981
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers obscuring view

  8. Pass116,309 miles (+2,263)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,309 miles
    Test number
    335191238966
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boots both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper suspension bushes inner splitting both sides
    • AdvisoryCovers underside

  9. Pass114,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,046 miles
    Test number
    281145579099
    • AdvisoryFront Inner cv boots splitting but prevents the ingress of dirt

  10. Fail114,046 miles (+7,212)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,046 miles
    Test number
    522392419599
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner cv boots splitting but prevents the ingress of dirt

  11. Pass106,834 miles (+6,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,834 miles
    Test number
    815591834880
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner cv boots splitting
    • AdvisoryN/s number plate light inop

  12. Pass100,736 miles (+6,106)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,736 miles
    Test number
    734771570375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,630 miles
    Test number
    833296173767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,630 miles (+8,438)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,630 miles
    Test number
    287640804058
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass86,192 miles (+6,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,192 miles
    Test number
    935603540498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass79,543 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,543 miles
    Test number
    339249554244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail79,543 miles (+6,968)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,543 miles
    Test number
    696419654242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass72,575 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    367655043498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,939 miles (+8,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,939 miles
    Test number
    998281852259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,673 miles (+7,138)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,673 miles
    Test number
    886164541252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,535 miles (+6,491)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    162517750226
    • DangerousNail lodged in tread of NSR tyre.
    • NoteNSF and OSF tyres tread low at shoulders.
    • NoteNSR tyre perished between tread.

  22. Pass44,044 miles (+7,579)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,044 miles
    Test number
    393067359467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,465 miles (+8,591)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,465 miles
    Test number
    554589558204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,874 miles
    Test number
    713540067256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 MSL

Does J9 MSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 MSL is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 MSL?
The MOT on J9 MSL is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 MSL done?
J9 MSL was recorded at 136,714 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 5,747 miles a year.
Has J9 MSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 MSL has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on J9 MSL 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 J9 MSL find?
J9 MSL passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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