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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

R489 OADMOT history

R489 OAD is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 24 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 169,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
169,098 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R489 OAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R489 OAD was last recorded at 169,098 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 3,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,684 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,414 miles
Average per year
2,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,098 miles
  • 2025 – 165,684 miles
  • 2024 – 163,331 miles
  • 2023 – 161,568 miles
  • 2022 – 161,355 miles
  • 2021 – 154,357 miles
  • 2020 – 150,170 miles
  • 2019 – 146,836 miles
  • 2018 – 144,472 miles
  • 2013 – 139,127 miles
  • 2012 – 139,123 miles
  • 2011 – 139,020 miles
  • 2010 – 136,007 miles
  • 2009 – 134,588 miles
  • 2008 – 127,269 miles
  • 2006 – 113,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,098 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front side lamp lens cracked
  • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel filter (area damp)

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail169,098 miles (+3,414)9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,098 miles
    Test number
    125323517492
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel filter (area damp)

  2. Pass165,684 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    165,684 miles
    Test number
    266727857853
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail165,684 miles (+2,353)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,684 miles
    Test number
    807899517428
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass163,331 miles (+1,763)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    163,331 miles
    Test number
    984849840479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass161,568 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    161,568 miles
    Test number
    108809660172
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail161,568 miles (+213)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,568 miles
    Test number
    133924547123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass161,355 miles (+23)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    161,355 miles
    Test number
    676202831937
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail161,332 miles (+6,975)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,332 miles
    Test number
    764609356341
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass154,357 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,357 miles
    Test number
    398129799049
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail154,357 miles (+1,018)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,357 miles
    Test number
    554675421221
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn INNER AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail153,339 miles (+4)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,339 miles
    Test number
    448701180883
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Fail153,335 miles (+3,165)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,335 miles
    Test number
    529515153992
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play and offside front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass150,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,170 miles
    Test number
    992600609850
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail150,169 miles (+3,333)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,169 miles
    Test number
    993946544889
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass146,836 miles (+2,364)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,836 miles
    Test number
    182429186175
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass144,472 miles (+5,345)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    144,472 miles
    Test number
    487257563801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass139,127 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    139,127 miles
    Test number
    408722653207
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail139,127 miles (+4)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,127 miles
    Test number
    318779143469
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass139,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    139,123 miles
    Test number
    608605582150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail139,122 miles (+102)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,122 miles
    Test number
    728755682107
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass139,020 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    139,020 miles
    Test number
    516253641027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly faded

  22. Fail139,020 miles (+3,013)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,020 miles
    Test number
    409842331040
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly faded

  23. Pass136,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    136,007 miles
    Test number
    144279530483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. FailMileage not read4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    262647030017
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass134,588 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    134,588 miles
    Test number
    644414259030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail134,513 miles (+7,244)6 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,513 miles
    Test number
    504873529012
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth number plates slightly deteriorated

  27. Pass127,269 miles (+13,458)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    127,269 miles
    Test number
    754175028034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass113,811 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    113,811 miles
    Test number
    184019896132
    • NotePlay in off-side track rod end advise attention

Questions about R489 OAD

Does R489 OAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R489 OAD expired on 19 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R489 OAD?
The MOT on R489 OAD expired on 19 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R489 OAD done?
R489 OAD was recorded at 169,098 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 2,730 miles a year.
Has R489 OAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R489 OAD has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on R489 OAD 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 R489 OAD find?
R489 OAD failed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush, and 16 more.

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