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Audi A6

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

L14 RUDMOT history

L14 RUD is a blue diesel Audi A6 first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 269,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2022.

L14 RUD blue Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2023
Mileage
269,870 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L14 RUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L14 RUD was last recorded at 269,870 miles on 10 Jan 2022, 9,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
260,199 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
9,671 miles
Average per year
14,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 269,870 miles
  • 2021 – 260,199 miles
  • 2020 – 260,106 miles
  • 2019 – 244,509 miles
  • 2018 – 235,043 miles
  • 2017 – 232,844 miles
  • 2016 – 226,672 miles
  • 2015 – 221,397 miles
  • 2014 – 202,845 miles
  • 2013 – 174,527 miles
  • 2012 – 158,156 miles
  • 2011 – 145,110 miles
  • 2010 – 132,431 miles
  • 2009 – 94,662 miles
  • 2008 – 94,662 miles
  • 2007 – 79,175 miles
  • 2006 – 53,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,870 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryE.M.L on
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields insecure

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,870 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    269,870 miles
    Test number
    516925131708
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields insecure

  2. Fail269,870 miles (+9,671)2 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,870 miles
    Test number
    575463523367
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields insecure

  3. Pass260,199 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    260,199 miles
    Test number
    224029640858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail260,106 miles (+15,597)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,106 miles
    Test number
    517187579031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroding

  5. Pass244,509 miles (+9,466)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    244,509 miles
    Test number
    335352660230
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass235,043 miles (+2,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    235,043 miles
    Test number
    267974275386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass232,844 miles (+6,172)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    232,844 miles
    Test number
    867143365768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass226,672 miles (+5,275)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    226,672 miles
    Test number
    982749018800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush rear mount (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear mount (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass221,397 miles (+18,552)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    221,397 miles
    Test number
    938192515290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer side wall damaged

  10. Pass202,845 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    202,845 miles
    Test number
    297882304267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail202,807 miles (+26,247)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,807 miles
    Test number
    329649694154
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass176,560 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    176,560 miles
    Test number
    119524324429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail176,461 miles (+1,934)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,461 miles
    Test number
    158703124038
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass174,527 miles (+16,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    174,527 miles
    Test number
    819795143386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass158,156 miles (+13,046)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    158,156 miles
    Test number
    817630382004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass145,110 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    145,110 miles
    Test number
    138302181009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail145,053 miles (+12,622)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,053 miles
    Test number
    957621981028
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  18. Pass132,431 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    132,431 miles
    Test number
    213296400445
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  19. Fail132,431 miles (+37,769)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,431 miles
    Test number
    242046500166
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass94,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    94,662 miles
    Test number
    992653619158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,662 miles (+15,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    94,662 miles
    Test number
    503174228134
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass79,175 miles (+26,143)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    923208297125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,032 miles
    Test number
    153469396127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L14 RUD

Does L14 RUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L14 RUD expired on 10 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L14 RUD?
The MOT on L14 RUD expired on 10 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L14 RUD done?
L14 RUD was recorded at 269,870 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2022, an average of 14,005 miles a year.
Has L14 RUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L14 RUD has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L14 RUD 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 L14 RUD find?
L14 RUD passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; e.m.l on; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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