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Audi A4

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S33 TAEMOT history

S33 TAE is a green diesel Audi A4 first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 186,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
186,910 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 TAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 TAE was last recorded at 186,910 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 2,879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,031 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,879 miles
Average per year
6,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,910 miles
  • 2025 – 184,031 miles
  • 2024 – 180,747 miles
  • 2023 – 174,332 miles
  • 2022 – 166,678 miles
  • 2021 – 153,373 miles
  • 2020 – 152,689 miles
  • 2019 – 147,982 miles
  • 2018 – 141,036 miles
  • 2017 – 133,726 miles
  • 2016 – 125,775 miles
  • 2015 – 115,639 miles
  • 2014 – 108,811 miles
  • 2013 – 99,979 miles
  • 2012 – 92,892 miles
  • 2011 – 85,469 miles
  • 2010 – 78,262 miles
  • 2009 – 72,697 miles
  • 2008 – 68,890 miles
  • 2007 – 63,856 miles
  • 2006 – 58,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,910 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,910 miles (+2,879)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    186,910 miles
    Test number
    263409577355
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass184,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    184,031 miles
    Test number
    459815874616
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail184,031 miles (+3,284)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,031 miles
    Test number
    930705358211
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass180,747 miles (+6,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    180,747 miles
    Test number
    177098767639
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass174,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    174,332 miles
    Test number
    587361550136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail174,331 miles (+7,653)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,331 miles
    Test number
    919435513455
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass166,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    166,678 miles
    Test number
    364063999337
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail166,678 miles (+13,305)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,678 miles
    Test number
    890927608427
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass153,373 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    153,373 miles
    Test number
    555802488942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail153,373 miles (+684)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,373 miles
    Test number
    693466742360
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass152,689 miles (+4,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,689 miles
    Test number
    949543465614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass147,982 miles (+6,946)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    147,982 miles
    Test number
    935174143034
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass141,036 miles (+7,310)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,036 miles
    Test number
    612060062151
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass133,726 miles (+7,951)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    133,726 miles
    Test number
    712660568795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,775 miles (+10,136)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,775 miles
    Test number
    500567958513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,639 miles (+6,828)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    115,639 miles
    Test number
    429460744503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,811 miles (+8,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    108,811 miles
    Test number
    397395264402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass99,979 miles (+7,087)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,979 miles
    Test number
    495986073269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,892 miles (+7,423)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,892 miles
    Test number
    577544852256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass85,469 miles (+7,207)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,469 miles
    Test number
    409317371234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,262 miles (+5,565)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,262 miles
    Test number
    473427610215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    243709919219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,697 miles (+3,807)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    594309119296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass68,890 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    193314628250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,856 miles (+5,335)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    63,856 miles
    Test number
    420831627267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    58,521 miles
    Test number
    391624416464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 TAE

Does S33 TAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 TAE is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 TAE?
The MOT on S33 TAE is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 TAE done?
S33 TAE was recorded at 186,910 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 6,456 miles a year.
Has S33 TAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 TAE has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S33 TAE 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 S33 TAE find?
S33 TAE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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