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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 4,163 cc

L8 VDRMOT history

L8 VDR is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 27 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

L8 VDR blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,402 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 VDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 VDR was last recorded at 129,402 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 2,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,670 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,732 miles
Average per year
6,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,402 miles
  • 2025 – 126,670 miles
  • 2024 – 125,888 miles
  • 2023 – 123,595 miles
  • 2022 – 122,287 miles
  • 2021 – 117,389 miles
  • 2020 – 114,913 miles
  • 2019 – 110,590 miles
  • 2018 – 105,140 miles
  • 2017 – 96,860 miles
  • 2016 – 89,554 miles
  • 2015 – 73,442 miles
  • 2014 – 65,783 miles
  • 2013 – 55,257 miles
  • 2012 – 42,768 miles
  • 2011 – 29,876 miles
  • 2010 – 27,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,402 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Vehicle undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,402 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,402 miles
    Test number
    157361345687
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,402 miles (+2,732)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,402 miles
    Test number
    904542741413
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,670 miles (+782)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    126,670 miles
    Test number
    956737691825
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass125,888 miles (+2,293)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,888 miles
    Test number
    890446931789
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,595 miles
    Test number
    180547639355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,595 miles (+1,308)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,595 miles
    Test number
    792974551247
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,287 miles (+82)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,287 miles
    Test number
    478746779120
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail122,205 miles (+4,816)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,205 miles
    Test number
    890826185519
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass117,389 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    117,389 miles
    Test number
    189735115400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,913 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,913 miles
    Test number
    844637861355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail114,818 miles (+4,228)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    896424826944
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  12. Pass110,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,590 miles
    Test number
    128202566495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,590 miles (+5,450)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,590 miles
    Test number
    400538759777
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass105,140 miles (+93)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,140 miles
    Test number
    668816492787
    • AdvisoryAll front lower suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body vehicle components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted

  15. Fail105,047 miles (+8,187)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,047 miles
    Test number
    874248077227
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryAll front lower suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body vehicle components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted

  16. Pass96,860 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,860 miles
    Test number
    748152567832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted

  17. Fail96,860 miles (+7,306)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,860 miles
    Test number
    138842793353
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted

  18. Pass89,554 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,554 miles
    Test number
    623217491254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,552 miles (+16,110)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,552 miles
    Test number
    589201233870
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  20. Pass73,442 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,442 miles
    Test number
    629433835133
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNsr child seat fitted, unable to check seat belt

  21. Fail73,442 miles (+7,659)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,442 miles
    Test number
    847503435128
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNsr child seat fitted, unable to check seat belt

  22. Pass65,783 miles (+10,526)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,783 miles
    Test number
    465982624170
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass55,257 miles (+12,489)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,257 miles
    Test number
    569054613148
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre on 3mm and worn on inner edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 3.5mm and worn on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass42,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    298918472415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,768 miles (+12,892)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    348258372154
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  26. Pass29,876 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,876 miles
    Test number
    195585061170
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail29,876 miles (+2,628)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,876 miles
    Test number
    849164161138
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass27,248 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,248 miles
    Test number
    323889860168
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE OUTTER WALL CUT

Questions about L8 VDR

Does L8 VDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 VDR is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 VDR?
The MOT on L8 VDR is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 VDR done?
L8 VDR was recorded at 129,402 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 6,354 miles a year.
Has L8 VDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 VDR has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 VDR 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 L8 VDR find?
L8 VDR passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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