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Audi A4

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

P535 MSGMOT history

P535 MSG is a red diesel Audi A4 first used on 1 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 141,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2023
Mileage
141,736 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2022
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P535 MSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P535 MSG was last recorded at 141,736 miles on 26 Jan 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,734 miles · 18 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 141,736 miles
  • 2017 – 135,735 miles
  • 2016 – 132,721 miles
  • 2013 – 125,843 miles
  • 2012 – 115,578 miles
  • 2011 – 110,390 miles
  • 2010 – 110,210 miles
  • 2008 – 104,557 miles
  • 2007 – 98,694 miles
  • 2006 – 91,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,736 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,736 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,736 miles
    Test number
    857775681787
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail141,734 miles (+5,999)1 dangerous7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,734 miles
    Test number
    918652216958
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass135,735 miles (+3,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,735 miles
    Test number
    944620175486
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  4. Pass132,721 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    132,721 miles
    Test number
    205825541943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Fail132,716 miles (+6,873)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,716 miles
    Test number
    793766608530
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking at joint to flexi (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass125,843 miles (+10,265)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    125,843 miles
    Test number
    847144543325
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass115,578 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,578 miles
    Test number
    896281442372
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Fail115,560 miles (+5,170)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,560 miles
    Test number
    425154632341
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass110,390 miles (+180)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    110,390 miles
    Test number
    606555751383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail110,210 miles (+5,653)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,210 miles
    Test number
    812469420042
    • FailureBonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureCoil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass104,557 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    104,557 miles
    Test number
    814039718137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,694 miles (+7,154)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    98,694 miles
    Test number
    182476617136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    91,540 miles
    Test number
    244314506449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P535 MSG

Does P535 MSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P535 MSG expired on 25 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P535 MSG?
The MOT on P535 MSG expired on 25 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P535 MSG done?
P535 MSG was recorded at 141,736 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2022, an average of 3,180 miles a year.
Has P535 MSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P535 MSG has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on P535 MSG 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 P535 MSG find?
P535 MSG passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 6 more.

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