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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,986 cc

LK56 DADMOT history

LK56 DAD is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 8 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 182,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LK56 DAD black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
182,445 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 DAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 DAD was last recorded at 182,445 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,424 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
9,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,445 miles
  • 2025 – 175,703 miles
  • 2023 – 170,066 miles
  • 2022 – 161,840 miles
  • 2021 – 152,765 miles
  • 2020 – 143,415 miles
  • 2019 – 131,625 miles
  • 2018 – 122,453 miles
  • 2017 – 114,965 miles
  • 2016 – 106,099 miles
  • 2015 – 93,895 miles
  • 2014 – 82,362 miles
  • 2013 – 67,209 miles
  • 2012 – 54,612 miles
  • 2011 – 42,413 miles
  • 2009 – 25,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,445 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, o/s+n/s (inner+outer)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,445 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    182,445 miles
    Test number
    576628144979
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail182,424 miles (+6,721)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,424 miles
    Test number
    710700290420
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass175,703 miles (+5,637)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    175,703 miles
    Test number
    639449769672
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass170,066 miles (+8,226)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    170,066 miles
    Test number
    920616733115
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass161,840 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    161,840 miles
    Test number
    778642962085
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, o/s+n/s (inner+outer) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all shocker casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front&rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis + underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail161,837 miles (+9,072)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,837 miles
    Test number
    186486640443
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, o/s+n/s (inner+outer) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all shocker casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front&rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis + underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass152,765 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,765 miles
    Test number
    787629923537
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail152,765 miles (+9,350)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,765 miles
    Test number
    896956460320
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass143,415 miles (+11,790)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    143,415 miles
    Test number
    129399233575
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass131,625 miles (+9,172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,625 miles
    Test number
    996159829109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass122,453 miles (+7,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    122,453 miles
    Test number
    511498278203
    • AdvisoryHand brake only just met requirments
    • AdvisorySmall split to n/s/r tyre

  12. Pass114,965 miles (+8,866)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,965 miles
    Test number
    419123429540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,099 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,099 miles
    Test number
    819535360945
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  14. Fail106,058 miles (+12,163)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,058 miles
    Test number
    432411970339
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  15. Pass93,895 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    226411065195
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail93,895 miles (+11,533)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    509351665132
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass82,362 miles (+15,153)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,362 miles
    Test number
    575928464192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,209 miles (+12,597)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,209 miles
    Test number
    866495853127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,612 miles (+12,199)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    126122752123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,413 miles (+17,284)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,413 miles
    Test number
    149201531163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,129 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,129 miles
    Test number
    831658739396
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LK56 DAD

Does LK56 DAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 DAD is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 DAD?
The MOT on LK56 DAD is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 DAD done?
LK56 DAD was recorded at 182,445 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 9,755 miles a year.
Has LK56 DAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 DAD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 DAD 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 LK56 DAD find?
LK56 DAD passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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