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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,781 cc

R16 JKMMOT history

R16 JKM is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

R16 JKM blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,658 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 JKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 JKM was last recorded at 129,658 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,656 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,658 miles
  • 2024 – 122,142 miles
  • 2023 – 117,930 miles
  • 2022 – 113,570 miles
  • 2021 – 104,866 miles
  • 2020 – 100,860 miles
  • 2019 – 96,695 miles
  • 2018 – 91,482 miles
  • 2017 – 85,479 miles
  • 2016 – 79,045 miles
  • 2015 – 75,029 miles
  • 2014 – 70,548 miles
  • 2013 – 66,147 miles
  • 2012 – 62,077 miles
  • 2010 – 56,721 miles
  • 2009 – 44,169 miles
  • 2008 – 33,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,658 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear arm, inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear arm, inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,658 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,658 miles
    Test number
    106026390117
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail129,656 miles (+7,514)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,656 miles
    Test number
    523388857135
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass122,142 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    122,142 miles
    Test number
    830351707345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail122,141 miles (+4,211)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,141 miles
    Test number
    222713518845
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass117,930 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    117,930 miles
    Test number
    472915500975
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting leaking fluid
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting leaking fluid
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail117,930 miles (+4,360)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,930 miles
    Test number
    397510254369
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt most forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt most forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting leaking fluid
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting leaking fluid
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass113,570 miles (+8,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    113,570 miles
    Test number
    310989848000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass104,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,866 miles
    Test number
    950162553989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail104,866 miles (+4,006)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,866 miles
    Test number
    645360024248
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass100,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,860 miles
    Test number
    527502988208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,860 miles (+4,165)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,860 miles
    Test number
    925919581032
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass96,695 miles (+5,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,695 miles
    Test number
    148554239010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    181976736880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,482 miles (+6,003)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    775350336179
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass85,479 miles (+6,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    351193738965
    • 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)

  16. Pass79,045 miles (+4,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,045 miles
    Test number
    745014804599
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,029 miles (+4,481)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,029 miles
    Test number
    438465075112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,548 miles (+4,401)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,548 miles
    Test number
    219267964194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,147 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,147 miles
    Test number
    348349843101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,077 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,077 miles
    Test number
    308196532199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,064 miles (+5,343)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,064 miles
    Test number
    915365332120
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass56,721 miles (+3,974)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,721 miles
    Test number
    382294760342
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust catalyst rattle

  23. Pass52,747 miles (+8,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,747 miles
    Test number
    413793780158
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass44,169 miles (+10,826)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,169 miles
    Test number
    512264189161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,343 miles
    Test number
    494212578167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 JKM

Does R16 JKM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R16 JKM expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R16 JKM?
The MOT on R16 JKM expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R16 JKM done?
R16 JKM was recorded at 129,658 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 5,563 miles a year.
Has R16 JKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 JKM has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on R16 JKM 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 R16 JKM find?
R16 JKM passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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