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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2002 · 2,496 cc

LS02 ARFMOT history

LS02 ARF is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 13 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 217,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

LS02 ARF grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2023
Mileage
217,962 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 ARF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 ARF was last recorded at 217,962 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,962 miles · 21 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 217,962 miles
  • 2021 – 217,099 miles
  • 2020 – 214,397 miles
  • 2019 – 209,881 miles
  • 2018 – 204,153 miles
  • 2017 – 190,652 miles
  • 2016 – 176,472 miles
  • 2015 – 163,841 miles
  • 2014 – 150,576 miles
  • 2013 – 141,041 miles
  • 2012 – 130,141 miles
  • 2011 – 120,641 miles
  • 2010 – 108,553 miles
  • 2009 – 99,865 miles
  • 2007 – 80,794 miles
  • 2006 – 69,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,962 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges void of tread (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,962 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    217,962 miles
    Test number
    486570231248
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail217,962 miles (+863)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,962 miles
    Test number
    656414757566
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass217,099 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    217,099 miles
    Test number
    916502301270
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail217,099 miles (+2,702)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,099 miles
    Test number
    268805542334
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass214,397 miles (+33)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    214,397 miles
    Test number
    744497673230
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail214,364 miles (+4,483)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,364 miles
    Test number
    829291558762
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass209,881 miles (+5,728)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    209,881 miles
    Test number
    682576996657
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass204,153 miles (+13,501)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    204,153 miles
    Test number
    724881643577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass190,652 miles (+14,180)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    190,652 miles
    Test number
    226358537568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass176,472 miles (+12,631)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    176,472 miles
    Test number
    902645837880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,841 miles (+13,265)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    163,841 miles
    Test number
    679979265028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass150,576 miles (+9,535)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    150,576 miles
    Test number
    189320574476
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass141,041 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    141,041 miles
    Test number
    297940353044
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Fail141,041 miles (+10,900)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,041 miles
    Test number
    235817443052
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass130,141 miles (+9,500)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    130,141 miles
    Test number
    436187342022
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet retaining catch siezed
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight brake bind O/S/R
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs lightly scorred

  16. Pass120,641 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    120,641 miles
    Test number
    299055351049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,615 miles (+12,062)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,615 miles
    Test number
    159580251039
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  18. Pass108,553 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    108,553 miles
    Test number
    712948850011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,865 miles (+19,071)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    99,865 miles
    Test number
    510218759051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,794 miles (+11,276)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    80,794 miles
    Test number
    140169757101
    • NoteOil leak from engine/gearbox area

  21. Pass69,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,518 miles
    Test number
    633077166100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 ARF

Does LS02 ARF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 ARF expired on 29 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 ARF?
The MOT on LS02 ARF expired on 29 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 ARF done?
LS02 ARF was recorded at 217,962 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 9,123 miles a year.
Has LS02 ARF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 ARF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LS02 ARF 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 LS02 ARF find?
LS02 ARF passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear upper suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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