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Audi A2

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,390 cc

MET 43MOT history

MET 43 is a silver diesel Audi A2 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 163,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MET 43 silver Audi A2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
163,510 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MET 43
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A2
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MET 43 was last recorded at 163,510 miles on 7 May 2026, 10,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,572 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
10,938 miles
Average per year
5,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,510 miles
  • 2024 – 152,572 miles
  • 2023 – 141,273 miles
  • 2022 – 134,652 miles
  • 2021 – 132,981 miles
  • 2020 – 130,749 miles
  • 2019 – 129,673 miles
  • 2018 – 128,900 miles
  • 2017 – 127,473 miles
  • 2016 – 125,967 miles
  • 2015 – 121,565 miles
  • 2014 – 121,075 miles
  • 2013 – 120,207 miles
  • 2012 – 119,601 miles
  • 2011 – 115,966 miles
  • 2010 – 103,128 miles
  • 2009 – 90,242 miles
  • 2008 – 74,618 miles
  • 2007 – 61,820 miles
  • 2006 – 52,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,510 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Surface corrosion to rear axle

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,510 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    163,510 miles
    Test number
    446091148898
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Surface corrosion to rear axle

  2. Fail163,501 miles (+10,929)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,501 miles
    Test number
    817352428408
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Surface corrosion to rear axle

  3. Pass152,572 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    152,572 miles
    Test number
    858585069787
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail152,571 miles (+11,298)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,571 miles
    Test number
    384419542361
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass141,273 miles (+6,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    141,273 miles
    Test number
    793630306894
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass134,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,652 miles
    Test number
    829607866460
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail134,652 miles (+1,671)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,652 miles
    Test number
    924615104817
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively single wiper (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,981 miles
    Test number
    945653040789
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged driven on flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail132,981 miles (+2,232)4 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,981 miles
    Test number
    169928434365
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 175/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged driven on flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass130,749 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,749 miles
    Test number
    669726603397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail130,731 miles (+1,058)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,731 miles
    Test number
    339791977344
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn boot also split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,673 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,673 miles
    Test number
    293568433575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail129,671 miles (+771)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,671 miles
    Test number
    383252658817
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass128,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,900 miles
    Test number
    542113066327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,900 miles (+1,427)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,900 miles
    Test number
    732757926686
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass127,473 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,473 miles
    Test number
    948434065632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    125,967 miles
    Test number
    772645279737
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cut inner side wall

  18. Fail125,967 miles (+4,402)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,967 miles
    Test number
    665870289841
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cut inner side wall

  19. Pass121,565 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,565 miles
    Test number
    595338975033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail121,561 miles (+486)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,561 miles
    Test number
    199567875461
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc in very poor condition
    • NoteNearside front outer brake pad is breaking. This needs to be addressed as A PRIORITY.
    • NoteOffside front brake disc in very, very poor condition. Heavily corroded with very little clean braking surface visble and noticeable sections of surface chipped away

  21. Pass121,075 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,075 miles
    Test number
    745302364015
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are heavily corroded with very little clean braking surface evident

  22. Fail121,069 miles (+862)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,069 miles
    Test number
    647108854056
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are heavily corroded with very little clean braking surface evident
    • NoteOffside front coil spring is mis located and top of spring is not visible to see if it is cracked or incomplete
    • NoteSevere vibration evident through brakes under operation on road test

  23. Pass120,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    120,207 miles
    Test number
    628304453052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail120,207 miles (+606)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,207 miles
    Test number
    189183253459
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass119,601 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    119,601 miles
    Test number
    977996852097
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are heavily corroded but still provide adequate braking performance at this time
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing heavily on inner shoulders. Suggest alignment check to minimise the effects

  26. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    398935152065
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are heavily corroded but still provide adequate braking performance at this time
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing heavily on inner shoulders. Suggest alignment check to minimise the effects

  27. Pass115,966 miles (+12,838)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    115,966 miles
    Test number
    835635541004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass103,128 miles (+12,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    103,128 miles
    Test number
    460340560060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass90,242 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    90,242 miles
    Test number
    794086869061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  30. Fail90,241 miles (+15,623)7 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,241 miles
    Test number
    862688059075
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  31. Pass74,618 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,618 miles
    Test number
    551974048054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail74,617 miles (+11,986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,617 miles
    Test number
    460513048049
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  33. Pass62,631 miles (+811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,631 miles
    Test number
    314172218016
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  34. Pass61,820 miles (+9,813)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    61,820 miles
    Test number
    171176847480
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low tread JUST LEGAL
    • NoteFront o/s tyre worn on the inside JUST LEGAL
    • NoteRear o/s brake binding

  35. Pass52,007 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    52,007 miles
    Test number
    823947046021
    • NoteAir bag light is on

Questions about MET 43

What vehicle is registration MET 43 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MET 43 on a silver diesel Audi A2 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MET 43 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MET 43 is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on MET 43?
The MOT on MET 43 is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MET 43 done?
MET 43 was recorded at 163,510 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,515 miles a year.
Has MET 43 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MET 43 has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on MET 43 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 MET 43 find?
MET 43 passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

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