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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,781 cc

P302 TADMOT history

P302 TAD is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 27 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
91,788 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P302 TAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
27 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P302 TAD was last recorded at 91,788 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2023: 80,589 miles, lower than 80,985 miles on 11 Dec 2023.

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
91,788 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,788 miles
  • 2025 – 85,871 miles
  • 2023 – 80,589 miles
  • 2022 – 71,158 miles
  • 2020 – 71,045 miles
  • 2019 – 70,478 miles
  • 2018 – 69,800 miles
  • 2017 – 68,919 miles
  • 2016 – 67,762 miles
  • 2015 – 66,535 miles
  • 2014 – 65,489 miles
  • 2013 – 64,315 miles
  • 2012 – 63,413 miles
  • 2011 – 62,465 miles
  • 2010 – 61,191 miles
  • 2009 – 59,978 miles
  • 2008 – 58,559 miles
  • 2007 – 57,121 miles
  • 2006 – 55,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,788 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,788 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    91,788 miles
    Test number
    418309407435
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail91,788 miles (+5,917)1 dangerous6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,788 miles
    Test number
    332594919007
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass85,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,871 miles
    Test number
    403646722112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise heard on n/s/f suspension but unable to fault during test

  4. Fail85,871 miles (+5,282)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,871 miles
    Test number
    823639726754
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise heard on n/s/f suspension but unable to fault during test

  5. Pass80,589 miles (-396)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,589 miles
    Test number
    373298703314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail80,985 miles (+3,247)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,985 miles
    Test number
    614681773951
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,738 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,738 miles
    Test number
    124398487064
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail77,735 miles (+6,577)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,735 miles
    Test number
    784686102837
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by the operation of position lamps (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by the operation of stop lamps (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass71,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    71,158 miles
    Test number
    584071689965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail71,158 miles (+113)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,158 miles
    Test number
    524551218416
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass71,045 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,045 miles
    Test number
    867133968058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,026 miles (+548)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,026 miles
    Test number
    221293511668
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass70,478 miles (+678)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,478 miles
    Test number
    327496368679
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass69,800 miles (+881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,800 miles
    Test number
    460585742780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass68,919 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,919 miles
    Test number
    670187326066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,762 miles (+1,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,762 miles
    Test number
    877283692123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass66,535 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,535 miles
    Test number
    188529605417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail66,516 miles (+1,027)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,516 miles
    Test number
    426046805083
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass65,489 miles (+1,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,489 miles
    Test number
    186829604402
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass64,315 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    64,315 miles
    Test number
    586690613099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,291 miles (+878)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,291 miles
    Test number
    399007503099
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass63,413 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,413 miles
    Test number
    788462112043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail63,367 miles (+902)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,367 miles
    Test number
    616750712070
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass62,465 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,465 miles
    Test number
    816040911046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,191 miles (+1,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,191 miles
    Test number
    593248500088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass59,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    142720519401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,978 miles (+1,419)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    682538109006
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2/2.5mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 2.5/3mm

  28. Pass58,559 miles (+1,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,559 miles
    Test number
    991011318010
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass57,121 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,121 miles
    Test number
    940642717042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass55,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    55,164 miles
    Test number
    591302316048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P302 TAD

Does P302 TAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P302 TAD is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on P302 TAD?
The MOT on P302 TAD is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P302 TAD done?
P302 TAD was recorded at 91,788 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 1,831 miles a year.
Has P302 TAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P302 TAD has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on P302 TAD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P302 TAD find?
P302 TAD passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 7 more.

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