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Audi 80

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 2,598 cc

L78 NNKMOT history

L78 NNK is a silver petrol Audi 80 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
109,563 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L78 NNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
80
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L78 NNK was last recorded at 109,563 miles on 8 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,563 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,563 miles
  • 2025 – 102,614 miles
  • 2024 – 96,145 miles
  • 2023 – 89,802 miles
  • 2022 – 82,954 miles
  • 2021 – 76,644 miles
  • 2020 – 74,264 miles
  • 2013 – 70,914 miles
  • 2012 – 67,686 miles
  • 2010 – 61,995 miles
  • 2009 – 55,579 miles
  • 2008 – 51,202 miles
  • 2006 – 47,513 miles
  • 2005 – 43,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,563 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY WORN (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,563 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,563 miles
    Test number
    873556050283
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY WORN (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail109,563 miles (+6,949)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,563 miles
    Test number
    293498279526
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective TRACK ROD END (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY WORN (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass102,614 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    102,614 miles
    Test number
    837794790963
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail102,612 miles (+6,467)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,612 miles
    Test number
    215121398899
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass96,145 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    96,145 miles
    Test number
    315536998810
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded

  6. Fail96,141 miles (+6,339)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,141 miles
    Test number
    907770275143
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded

  7. Pass89,802 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,802 miles
    Test number
    872926596048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail89,802 miles (+6,848)6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,802 miles
    Test number
    363255070933
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face VERY Pitted & Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face VERY Pitted & Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRequirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Parking brake 16%

  9. Pass82,954 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,954 miles
    Test number
    439158075873
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail82,954 miles (+6,310)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,954 miles
    Test number
    185811363785
    • MajorCentral Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass76,644 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,644 miles
    Test number
    681115836311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail76,644 miles (+2,380)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,644 miles
    Test number
    855481551651
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass74,264 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    74,264 miles
    Test number
    167968696877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail74,263 miles (+3,349)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    227132734085
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass70,914 miles (+3,228)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,914 miles
    Test number
    279360143461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,686 miles
    Test number
    359267902070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    436136002081
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass61,995 miles (+287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,995 miles
    Test number
    803726410166
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Fail61,708 miles (+6,129)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    173979610009
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass55,579 miles (+4,377)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    55,579 miles
    Test number
    753780659022
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteTyre treads low

  21. Pass51,202 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,202 miles
    Test number
    972905918040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,513 miles (+3,939)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    47,513 miles
    Test number
    693488836317
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty at rear

  23. Pass43,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    43,574 miles
    Test number
    592358845399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L78 NNK

Does L78 NNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L78 NNK is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L78 NNK?
The MOT on L78 NNK is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L78 NNK done?
L78 NNK was recorded at 109,563 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,235 miles a year.
Has L78 NNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L78 NNK has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L78 NNK 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 L78 NNK find?
L78 NNK passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn, and 5 more.

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