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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,496 cc

M5 PKVMOT history

M5 PKV is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 26 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 128,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

M5 PKV black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2024
Mileage
128,568 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 PKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

M5 PKV was last recorded at 128,568 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 8,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2012: 81,624 miles, lower than 84,652 miles on 26 Mar 2011.

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
120,304 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
8,264 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 128,568 miles
  • 2023 – 120,304 miles
  • 2021 – 120,260 miles
  • 2020 – 120,224 miles
  • 2019 – 116,822 miles
  • 2018 – 110,956 miles
  • 2017 – 106,513 miles
  • 2016 – 87,695 miles
  • 2013 – 87,611 miles
  • 2012 – 81,624 miles
  • 2011 – 84,652 miles
  • 2008 – 77,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,568 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ( front arm )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear shocks both sides has damping effects

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,568 miles (+8,264)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,568 miles
    Test number
    563803987692
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,304 miles (+44)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,304 miles
    Test number
    530099571140
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,260 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,260 miles
    Test number
    869249501134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ( front arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,254 miles (+30)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,254 miles
    Test number
    183587076425
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ( front arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ( front arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail120,224 miles (+3,402)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,224 miles
    Test number
    733060129571
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass116,822 miles (+5,866)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,822 miles
    Test number
    956391041589
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass110,956 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,956 miles
    Test number
    828320113745
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks both sides has damping effects

  8. Fail110,956 miles (+4,443)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,956 miles
    Test number
    558036753583
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks both sides has damping effects

  9. Pass106,513 miles (+18,818)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,513 miles
    Test number
    514962034701
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass87,695 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,695 miles
    Test number
    229777357281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,611 miles (+5,987)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    927419183107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,624 miles (-3,028)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    257561692137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,652 miles (+7,140)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,652 miles
    Test number
    896105181074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,512 miles
    Test number
    130488368401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 PKV

Does M5 PKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 PKV expired on 5 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 PKV?
The MOT on M5 PKV expired on 5 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 PKV done?
M5 PKV was recorded at 128,568 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has M5 PKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 PKV has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on M5 PKV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M5 PKV find?
M5 PKV failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 5 more.

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