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Audi 100

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,460 cc

K21 GAOMOT history

K21 GAO is a silver diesel Audi 100 first used on 5 Mar 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 184,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2023
Mileage
184,203 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 GAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
100
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
5 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

K21 GAO was last recorded at 184,203 miles on 19 Oct 2023, 1,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,771 miles · 20 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,432 miles
Average per year
3,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 184,203 miles
  • 2022 – 182,771 miles
  • 2021 – 180,885 miles
  • 2020 – 178,348 miles
  • 2019 – 176,286 miles
  • 2018 – 173,728 miles
  • 2017 – 171,132 miles
  • 2016 – 168,467 miles
  • 2015 – 165,185 miles
  • 2014 – 161,527 miles
  • 2013 – 158,010 miles
  • 2012 – 153,892 miles
  • 2011 – 149,714 miles
  • 2010 – 144,328 miles
  • 2009 – 139,014 miles
  • 2008 – 132,733 miles
  • 2007 – 125,725 miles
  • 2006 – 120,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail184,203 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner /outer sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outerv sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rear wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail184,203 miles (+1,432)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,203 miles
    Test number
    973184411189
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner /outer sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outerv sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rear wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,771 miles (+1,886)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    182,771 miles
    Test number
    220892893827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,885 miles (+2,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    180,885 miles
    Test number
    666450808696
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass178,348 miles (+2,062)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    178,348 miles
    Test number
    792886087180
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass176,286 miles (+2,558)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    176,286 miles
    Test number
    708782667715
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass173,728 miles (+2,596)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    173,728 miles
    Test number
    262308931178
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass171,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    171,132 miles
    Test number
    748926870005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail171,132 miles (+2,665)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,132 miles
    Test number
    678096071026
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

  9. Pass168,467 miles (+3,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    168,467 miles
    Test number
    427034251134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass165,185 miles (+3,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    165,185 miles
    Test number
    968491828562
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  11. Pass161,527 miles (+3,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    161,527 miles
    Test number
    646156514327
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass158,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    158,010 miles
    Test number
    718172623360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail158,010 miles (+4,118)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,010 miles
    Test number
    175576513323
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/s rear inner arch boot area corroded

  14. Pass153,892 miles (+4,178)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    153,892 miles
    Test number
    327193332317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail149,714 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,714 miles
    Test number
    125031721347
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass149,714 miles (+5,386)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    149,714 miles
    Test number
    396981221388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass144,328 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    144,328 miles
    Test number
    131932340389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail144,328 miles (+5,314)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,328 miles
    Test number
    493557730362
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass139,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    139,014 miles
    Test number
    551928939371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail139,014 miles (+6,281)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,014 miles
    Test number
    472576039357
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  21. Pass132,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    132,733 miles
    Test number
    144360848338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,733 miles (+7,008)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,733 miles
    Test number
    851760948390
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass125,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    125,725 miles
    Test number
    621966347323
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  24. Fail125,725 miles (+5,436)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,725 miles
    Test number
    290364847339
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass120,289 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    120,289 miles
    Test number
    914822836319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail120,287 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    911831736382
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K21 GAO

Does K21 GAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K21 GAO expired on 8 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K21 GAO?
The MOT on K21 GAO expired on 8 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K21 GAO done?
K21 GAO was recorded at 184,203 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2023, an average of 3,784 miles a year.
Has K21 GAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 GAO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on K21 GAO 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 K21 GAO find?
K21 GAO failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner /outer sill areas; offside headlamp not working on dipped beam; offside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 5 more.

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