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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,496 cc

K88 OBYMOT history

K88 OBY is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 6 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2024 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 65,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2023.

K88 OBY grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2024
Mileage
65,380 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 OBY was last recorded at 65,380 miles on 8 Dec 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2012: 53,119 miles, lower than 142,803 miles on 20 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
65,377 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 65,380 miles
  • 2019 – 65,258 miles
  • 2017 – 62,760 miles
  • 2016 – 62,149 miles
  • 2015 – 60,507 miles
  • 2014 – 59,433 miles
  • 2013 – 56,956 miles
  • 2012 – 53,119 miles
  • 2011 – 142,803 miles
  • 2010 – 121,866 miles
  • 2009 – 106,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,380 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,380 miles (+3)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    456109189601
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,377 miles (+119)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,377 miles
    Test number
    513040400982
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass65,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,258 miles
    Test number
    627176393758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,258 miles (+2,498)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,258 miles
    Test number
    844056533415
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

  5. Pass62,760 miles (+611)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,760 miles
    Test number
    228633524328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,149 miles (+1,642)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,149 miles
    Test number
    466729637888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,507 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,507 miles
    Test number
    229736205099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,433 miles
    Test number
    248650514388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,433 miles (+2,477)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,433 miles
    Test number
    965890614396
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass56,956 miles (+3,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,956 miles
    Test number
    415738613385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass53,119 miles (-89,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,119 miles
    Test number
    706419872211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass142,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    142,803 miles
    Test number
    197060341126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,803 miles (+20,937)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,803 miles
    Test number
    825068831180
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  14. Pass121,866 miles (+15,824)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    121,866 miles
    Test number
    174541040167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    106,042 miles
    Test number
    511222159170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 OBY

Does K88 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K88 OBY expired on 7 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K88 OBY?
The MOT on K88 OBY expired on 7 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K88 OBY done?
K88 OBY was recorded at 65,380 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2023.
Has K88 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 OBY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K88 OBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K88 OBY find?
K88 OBY passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2023 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both misty; front windscreen wiper blade defective both; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 4 more.

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