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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LS55 ELHMOT history

LS55 ELH is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 28 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2023.

LS55 ELH black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2024
Mileage
133,274 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 ELH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 ELH was last recorded at 133,274 miles on 16 Feb 2023, 7,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,685 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,589 miles
Average per year
8,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 133,274 miles
  • 2022 – 125,685 miles
  • 2021 – 118,715 miles
  • 2020 – 113,265 miles
  • 2019 – 100,568 miles
  • 2018 – 90,436 miles
  • 2016 – 78,829 miles
  • 2015 – 74,014 miles
  • 2014 – 65,646 miles
  • 2013 – 53,650 miles
  • 2012 – 45,044 miles
  • 2011 – 40,012 miles
  • 2010 – 23,409 miles
  • 2009 – 17,589 miles
  • 2008 – 10,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,274 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    133,274 miles
    Test number
    714255647144
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail133,274 miles (+7,589)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,274 miles
    Test number
    170805075313
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass125,685 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,685 miles
    Test number
    299925383187
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces, 3 of 4. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewalls, especially nearside. Note: Tyres were significantly under-inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield loose

  4. Fail125,685 miles (+6,970)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,685 miles
    Test number
    789108145597
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces, 3 of 4. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewalls, especially nearside. Note: Tyres were significantly under-inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield loose

  5. Pass118,715 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    118,715 miles
    Test number
    106178576814
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail118,715 miles (+5,450)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,715 miles
    Test number
    909517975806
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,265 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    113,265 miles
    Test number
    971083236102
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint within gaiter (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail113,265 miles (+12,697)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,265 miles
    Test number
    452012372396
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint within gaiter (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass100,568 miles (+10,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,568 miles
    Test number
    504827494917
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass90,436 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    352643548240
    • AdvisoryCentre rear seat belt works but can not be readily used (see webbing stud)
    • AdvisorySlight play- nearside steering track rod inner joint
    • AdvisorySome cracking- nearside rear tyre inner sidewall (see when laden)

  11. Fail90,436 miles (+11,607)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    161477598349
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre rear seat belt works but can not be readily used (see webbing stud)
    • AdvisorySlight play- nearside steering track rod inner joint
    • AdvisorySome cracking- nearside rear tyre inner sidewall (see when laden)

  12. Pass78,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,829 miles
    Test number
    778327586289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer deteriating
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Fail78,829 miles (+4,815)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,829 miles
    Test number
    679603863781
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer deteriating
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass74,014 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,014 miles
    Test number
    271826941994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer deteriating
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  15. Fail74,014 miles (+8,368)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,014 miles
    Test number
    704143729841
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer deteriating
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  16. Pass65,646 miles (+11,996)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    569251784287
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight wear on inner tread
    • NoteO/s/f tyre slight wear on inner tread

  17. Pass53,650 miles (+8,606)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,650 miles
    Test number
    378414973280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,044 miles (+5,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,044 miles
    Test number
    197312582244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass40,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,012 miles
    Test number
    466424181264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,010 miles (+4,618)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,010 miles
    Test number
    346824581212
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Fail35,392 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,392 miles
    Test number
    127352831059
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass35,392 miles (+11,983)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,392 miles
    Test number
    477932631099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,409 miles (+5,820)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,409 miles
    Test number
    160106010085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,589 miles (+7,003)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,589 miles
    Test number
    352608789437
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside rear tyre tread

  25. Pass10,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    10,586 miles
    Test number
    470909238264
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS55 ELH

Does LS55 ELH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 ELH expired on 21 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 ELH?
The MOT on LS55 ELH expired on 21 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 ELH done?
LS55 ELH was recorded at 133,274 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2023, an average of 8,476 miles a year.
Has LS55 ELH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 ELH has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 ELH 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 LS55 ELH find?
LS55 ELH passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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