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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,781 cc

LR05 JOUMOT history

LR05 JOU is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

LR05 JOU blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,440 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 JOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 JOU was last recorded at 129,440 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2008: 14,454 miles, lower than 26,226 miles on 5 Mar 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,440 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,440 miles
  • 2024 – 113,741 miles
  • 2023 – 108,482 miles
  • 2020 – 107,076 miles
  • 2019 – 99,319 miles
  • 2018 – 93,286 miles
  • 2017 – 84,585 miles
  • 2016 – 78,756 miles
  • 2015 – 71,484 miles
  • 2014 – 64,572 miles
  • 2013 – 58,063 miles
  • 2012 – 52,477 miles
  • 2011 – 48,012 miles
  • 2010 – 43,128 miles
  • 2009 – 34,751 miles
  • 2008 – 14,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,440 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Just acceptable oil leak from engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under vehicle covered.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,440 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,440 miles
    Test number
    251591112711
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,440 miles (+15,699)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,440 miles
    Test number
    961216378494
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,741 miles (+5,259)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,741 miles
    Test number
    558352433589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass108,482 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,482 miles
    Test number
    968793846323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,475 miles (+1,399)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,475 miles
    Test number
    838945151796
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass107,076 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,076 miles
    Test number
    820943426046
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable oil leak from engine.
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered.

  7. Fail107,016 miles (+7,697)1 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,016 miles
    Test number
    387636143869
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to failure items. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable oil leak from engine.
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered.

  8. Pass99,319 miles (+6,033)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,319 miles
    Test number
    772361963440
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (front) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  9. Pass93,286 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,286 miles
    Test number
    928854228826
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail93,286 miles (+8,701)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,286 miles
    Test number
    334248080763
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass84,585 miles (+5,829)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,585 miles
    Test number
    139958310025
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass78,756 miles (+7,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,756 miles
    Test number
    371390290572
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail71,484 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,484 miles
    Test number
    379515105129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass71,484 miles (+6,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,484 miles
    Test number
    387565705101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass64,572 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,572 miles
    Test number
    345775004162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail64,561 miles (+6,498)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,561 miles
    Test number
    906274704111
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,063 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    976361503121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,477 miles (+4,465)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,477 miles
    Test number
    699232002157
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass48,012 miles (+4,884)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    48,012 miles
    Test number
    456082001187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,128 miles (+8,377)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,128 miles
    Test number
    182455600155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass34,751 miles (+20,297)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    34,751 miles
    Test number
    504295989085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,454 miles (-11,772)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    14,454 miles
    Test number
    230455608483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,226 miles
    Test number
    520365768039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,226 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,226 miles
    Test number
    150825668492
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Questions about LR05 JOU

Does LR05 JOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 JOU expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 JOU?
The MOT on LR05 JOU expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 JOU done?
LR05 JOU was recorded at 129,440 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 5,861 miles a year.
Has LR05 JOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 JOU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 JOU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 JOU find?
LR05 JOU passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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