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Audi Q7

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 3,000 cc

S16 ABTMOT history

S16 ABT is a grey diesel Audi Q7 first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

S16 ABT grey Audi Q7 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
141,292 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 ABT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q7
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 ABT was last recorded at 141,292 miles on 7 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,290 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,292 miles
  • 2025 – 137,192 miles
  • 2024 – 131,453 miles
  • 2022 – 125,129 miles
  • 2021 – 119,584 miles
  • 2020 – 116,286 miles
  • 2019 – 108,972 miles
  • 2018 – 104,973 miles
  • 2017 – 104,251 miles
  • 2016 – 98,262 miles
  • 2015 – 83,027 miles
  • 2014 – 60,642 miles
  • 2013 – 50,480 miles
  • 2012 – 39,787 miles
  • 2011 – 30,202 miles
  • 2010 – 15,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,292 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion overall underbody.Recorded 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Outer offside sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,292 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    141,292 miles
    Test number
    282132375261
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion overall underbody.

  2. Fail141,290 miles (+4,098)1 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,290 miles
    Test number
    796633088507
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion overall underbody.

  3. Pass137,192 miles (+5,739)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,192 miles
    Test number
    468707525495
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter offside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components have slight corrosion

  4. Pass131,453 miles (+6,324)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,453 miles
    Test number
    377836716154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter offside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension components have slight corrosion

  5. Pass125,129 miles (+5,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,129 miles
    Test number
    752164053311
    • AdvisoryFront wipers deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Pass119,584 miles (+3,298)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,584 miles
    Test number
    416756796825
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits dense white smoke
    • AdvisoryFront and rear registration plates deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass116,286 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,286 miles
    Test number
    232069140225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,972 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,972 miles
    Test number
    868669948529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,973 miles (+722)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,973 miles
    Test number
    354526939251
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,251 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,251 miles
    Test number
    329008172639
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has sidewall damage

  11. Fail104,251 miles (+5,989)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,251 miles
    Test number
    660616370078
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has sidewall damage

  12. Pass98,262 miles (+15,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,262 miles
    Test number
    856823630188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass83,027 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,027 miles
    Test number
    166871265006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  14. Fail83,027 miles (+22,385)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,027 miles
    Test number
    738141965073
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  15. Pass60,642 miles (+40)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,642 miles
    Test number
    677985054030
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing close to wear sensors

  16. Fail60,602 miles (+10,122)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,602 miles
    Test number
    525282854001
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing close to wear sensors

  17. Pass50,480 miles (+6,631)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,480 miles
    Test number
    348792633278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads 50 % worn
    • NoteRear pads getting worn

  18. Pass43,849 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,849 miles
    Test number
    667137033086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,787 miles (+9,585)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,787 miles
    Test number
    846335052051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,202 miles (+14,209)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,202 miles
    Test number
    597000961085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    15,993 miles
    Test number
    282894940031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 ABT

Does S16 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 ABT is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 ABT?
The MOT on S16 ABT is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 ABT done?
S16 ABT was recorded at 141,292 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 7,722 miles a year.
Has S16 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 ABT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 ABT 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 S16 ABT find?
S16 ABT passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides., and 4 more.

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