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Audi A4

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,496 cc

LA51 VTMMOT history

LA51 VTM is a silver diesel Audi A4 first used on 1 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 141,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

LA51 VTM silver Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
141,399 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 VTM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 VTM was last recorded at 141,399 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 1,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,494 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,905 miles
Average per year
5,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,399 miles
  • 2024 – 136,088 miles
  • 2023 – 133,444 miles
  • 2022 – 127,296 miles
  • 2021 – 123,721 miles
  • 2020 – 121,529 miles
  • 2019 – 115,903 miles
  • 2018 – 111,393 miles
  • 2017 – 108,845 miles
  • 2016 – 106,018 miles
  • 2015 – 103,272 miles
  • 2014 – 96,808 miles
  • 2013 – 87,623 miles
  • 2012 – 78,823 miles
  • 2010 – 67,551 miles
  • 2009 – 58,087 miles
  • 2008 – 51,288 miles
  • 2006 – 40,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,399 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wing corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/jacking point, most covered by plastic (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/jacking point, most covered by plastic (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering noisy
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Straight arm (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,399 miles (+1,905)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,399 miles
    Test number
    930637154110
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/jacking point, most covered by plastic (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/jacking point, most covered by plastic (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisy
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,494 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,494 miles
    Test number
    755867090713
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail139,494 miles (+3,406)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,494 miles
    Test number
    184544882280
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,088 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,088 miles
    Test number
    761745865065
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail136,084 miles (+2,640)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,084 miles
    Test number
    982354674974
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,444 miles (+6,148)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    999380296199
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,296 miles (+3,575)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,296 miles
    Test number
    564671471814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,721 miles (+2,192)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,721 miles
    Test number
    746162178062
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass121,529 miles (+5,626)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,529 miles
    Test number
    857193215441
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,903 miles (+4,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,903 miles
    Test number
    578397329892
    • AdvisoryRear brakes starting to stick/wear pads low

  11. Pass111,393 miles (+2,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    921550122025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass108,845 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    840495701604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Straight arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak From rear diff area
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail108,845 miles (+2,827)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    540775134116
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Flexi (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Straight arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Straight arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak From rear diff area
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass106,018 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,018 miles
    Test number
    503329819145
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged

  15. Fail106,018 miles (+2,746)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,018 miles
    Test number
    929524243035
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking leak off (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both rear (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged

  16. Pass103,272 miles (+6,464)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,272 miles
    Test number
    776674665024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder shield is damaged

  17. Pass96,808 miles (+171)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,808 miles
    Test number
    117176284061
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth n/s/front top suspension arms inner bushes deteriorating
    • NoteBoth o/s/front suspension top arm inner bushes deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Fail96,637 miles (+9,014)1 failure4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,637 miles
    Test number
    859351784059
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth n/s/front top suspension arms inner bushes deteriorating
    • NoteBoth o/s/front suspension top arm inner bushes deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Fail87,623 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    258245263045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass87,623 miles (+8,800)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    957265663063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,823 miles (+11,272)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,823 miles
    Test number
    835140892062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,551 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,551 miles
    Test number
    300415590229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,061 miles
    Test number
    231372700421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,061 miles (+6,974)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,061 miles
    Test number
    632192100174
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass58,087 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,087 miles
    Test number
    182458399030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,288 miles (+11,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,288 miles
    Test number
    792993808063
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

  27. Pass40,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,237 miles
    Test number
    992188016152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 VTM

Does LA51 VTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 VTM expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 VTM?
The MOT on LA51 VTM expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 VTM done?
LA51 VTM was recorded at 141,399 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 5,217 miles a year.
Has LA51 VTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 VTM has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 VTM 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 LA51 VTM find?
LA51 VTM passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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