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Audi A4

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,400 cc

S51 FUDMOT history

S51 FUD is a red petrol Audi A4 first used on 18 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 103,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,543 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S51 FUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S51 FUD was last recorded at 103,543 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,421 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,543 miles
  • 2025 – 103,421 miles
  • 2024 – 103,080 miles
  • 2023 – 102,573 miles
  • 2022 – 102,278 miles
  • 2021 – 101,201 miles
  • 2020 – 100,606 miles
  • 2019 – 100,226 miles
  • 2018 – 99,624 miles
  • 2017 – 99,191 miles
  • 2016 – 99,014 miles
  • 2015 – 98,636 miles
  • 2013 – 98,056 miles
  • 2012 – 97,640 miles
  • 2011 – 96,361 miles
  • 2010 – 95,495 miles
  • 2009 – 94,380 miles
  • 2008 – 92,513 miles
  • 2007 – 91,072 miles
  • 2006 – 89,119 miles
  • 2005 – 86,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,543 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced next to tailpipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Manufacturers engine and body covers restricting full inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,543 miles (+122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,543 miles
    Test number
    481034592910
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,421 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    103,421 miles
    Test number
    830130162138
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced next to tailpipe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine and body covers restricting full inspection of components

  3. Fail103,403 miles (+323)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,403 miles
    Test number
    584207768676
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail incorrectly mounted (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Steering system fouling top shock mount bolt is fouling on top arm (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced next to tailpipe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine and body covers restricting full inspection of components

  4. Pass103,080 miles (+507)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    103,080 miles
    Test number
    809740047656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine undertray fitted restricting inspection

  5. Pass102,573 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    575334086436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder on windscreen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine and body covers restricting inspection

  6. Fail102,573 miles (+295)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    235166388941
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs wire touching tyre whilst on full rotation (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder on windscreen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine and body covers restricting inspection

  7. Pass102,278 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,278 miles
    Test number
    997504555160
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail102,278 miles (+1,077)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,278 miles
    Test number
    479140179396
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working dipped beam (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working main beam (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass101,201 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,201 miles
    Test number
    725124870532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail101,193 miles (+587)2 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,193 miles
    Test number
    378934656993
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryScuttle panel full of water, drain blocked

  11. Pass100,606 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,606 miles
    Test number
    684394636663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,226 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    100,226 miles
    Test number
    530578317692
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  13. Fail100,195 miles (+571)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,195 miles
    Test number
    750357321025
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass99,624 miles (+433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,624 miles
    Test number
    872613679197
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass99,191 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,191 miles
    Test number
    839357326127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,014 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,014 miles
    Test number
    772793751974
    • 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)

  17. Fail98,959 miles (+323)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,959 miles
    Test number
    122423929282
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  18. Pass98,636 miles (+580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,636 miles
    Test number
    145086705095
    • 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)

  19. Pass98,056 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,056 miles
    Test number
    478765563322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,046 miles (+406)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,046 miles
    Test number
    558306443309
    • FailureFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  21. Pass97,640 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    97,640 miles
    Test number
    466619752374
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail97,636 miles (+1,275)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,636 miles
    Test number
    557484652374
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass96,361 miles (+866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,361 miles
    Test number
    659074551387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass95,495 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    95,495 miles
    Test number
    733859440386
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs

  25. Fail95,487 miles (+1,107)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    213938340304
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs

  26. Pass94,380 miles (+1,867)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    94,380 miles
    Test number
    304964649362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass92,513 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    92,513 miles
    Test number
    160737248318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,480 miles (+1,408)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,480 miles
    Test number
    201477838389
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass91,072 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    91,072 miles
    Test number
    200618447392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail91,052 miles (+1,933)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,052 miles
    Test number
    763396147385
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  31. Pass89,119 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    89,119 miles
    Test number
    110064856339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail89,108 miles (+2,399)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,108 miles
    Test number
    220465546334
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate perished can still be read ok
    • NoteRear shock covers perished

  33. Pass86,709 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    86,709 miles
    Test number
    952206325387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail86,684 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    871233415327
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about S51 FUD

Does S51 FUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S51 FUD is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S51 FUD?
The MOT on S51 FUD is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S51 FUD done?
S51 FUD was recorded at 103,543 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 815 miles a year.
Has S51 FUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S51 FUD has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S51 FUD 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 S51 FUD find?
S51 FUD passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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