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Audi A4

Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 1,781 cc

P396 BSAMOT history

P396 BSA is a silver petrol Audi A4 first used on 7 Oct 1996. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2022
Mileage
103,748 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P396 BSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
7 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P396 BSA was last recorded at 103,748 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 4,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,784 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,964 miles
Average per year
2,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,748 miles
  • 2021 – 98,784 miles
  • 2020 – 93,032 miles
  • 2019 – 88,648 miles
  • 2018 – 85,613 miles
  • 2017 – 83,494 miles
  • 2016 – 81,930 miles
  • 2015 – 80,407 miles
  • 2014 – 78,922 miles
  • 2013 – 77,881 miles
  • 2012 – 75,952 miles
  • 2011 – 74,454 miles
  • 2010 – 72,998 miles
  • 2009 – 71,057 miles
  • 2008 – 69,120 miles
  • 2007 – 67,587 miles
  • 2006 – 64,340 miles
  • 2005 – 60,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,748 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,748 miles (+4,964)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,748 miles
    Test number
    445868539596
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,784 miles (+5,752)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,784 miles
    Test number
    888143906197
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  3. Pass93,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,032 miles
    Test number
    118591431841
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail93,032 miles (+4,384)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,032 miles
    Test number
    974410839285
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements deteriorated (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass88,648 miles (+3,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,648 miles
    Test number
    434163702143
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyres wearing low on edges

  6. Pass85,613 miles (+2,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,613 miles
    Test number
    885373466776
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on inner edges

  7. Pass83,494 miles (+1,564)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,494 miles
    Test number
    485743335505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,930 miles (+1,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,930 miles
    Test number
    623959923936
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass80,407 miles (+1,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,407 miles
    Test number
    644974267724
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK.

  10. Pass78,922 miles (+1,041)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,922 miles
    Test number
    896180164232
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass77,881 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,881 miles
    Test number
    187632683259
    • NoteAcceleration pedal rubber missing
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil dipstick broken
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteSteering rack between arm and track rod end slight movements by using ATL plates when jacked up no play at all.
    • NoteUnder tray slight damaged

  12. Fail77,551 miles (+1,599)1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,551 miles
    Test number
    439322483262
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAcceleration pedal rubber missing
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil dipstick broken
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteSteering rack between arm and track rod end slight movements by using ATL plates when jacked up no play at all.
    • NoteUnder tray slight damaged

  13. Pass75,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,952 miles
    Test number
    775297272217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,952 miles (+1,498)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,952 miles
    Test number
    577417772281
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass74,454 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,454 miles
    Test number
    506855481233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,998 miles (+1,941)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,998 miles
    Test number
    980761380262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,057 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    71,057 miles
    Test number
    654701389212
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAirbag light staying on

  18. Fail71,057 miles (+1,937)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,057 miles
    Test number
    342071389412
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAirbag light staying on

  19. Pass69,120 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    69,120 miles
    Test number
    160801088240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,587 miles
    Test number
    990987577227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,587 miles (+3,247)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,587 miles
    Test number
    323026177214
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  22. Pass64,340 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    64,340 miles
    Test number
    380126676401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    60,903 miles
    Test number
    131877175279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P396 BSA

Does P396 BSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P396 BSA expired on 20 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P396 BSA?
The MOT on P396 BSA expired on 20 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P396 BSA done?
P396 BSA was recorded at 103,748 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 2,514 miles a year.
Has P396 BSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P396 BSA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on P396 BSA 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 P396 BSA find?
P396 BSA failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush; windscreen washer not working both sides, and 3 more.

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