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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

S55 GEMMOT history

S55 GEM is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 16 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

S55 GEM blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
160,369 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S55 GEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S55 GEM was last recorded at 160,369 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,361 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
7,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,369 miles
  • 2025 – 157,367 miles
  • 2024 – 154,390 miles
  • 2023 – 152,560 miles
  • 2022 – 151,145 miles
  • 2021 – 145,484 miles
  • 2020 – 142,250 miles
  • 2019 – 134,761 miles
  • 2018 – 127,441 miles
  • 2016 – 118,962 miles
  • 2015 – 106,620 miles
  • 2014 – 96,576 miles
  • 2013 – 89,477 miles
  • 2012 – 81,624 miles
  • 2011 – 74,779 miles
  • 2010 – 62,195 miles
  • 2009 – 46,865 miles
  • 2008 – 35,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,369 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp broken no white light emittedRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity lens broken

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,369 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    160,369 miles
    Test number
    982191365316
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp broken no white light emitted

  2. Fail160,361 miles (+2,994)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,361 miles
    Test number
    273884207175
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp broken no white light emitted

  3. Pass157,367 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    157,367 miles
    Test number
    545154412652
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity lens broken (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail157,366 miles (+2,976)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,366 miles
    Test number
    582348828268
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity lens broken (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,390 miles (+1,830)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,390 miles
    Test number
    726311059680
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp assembly damaged

  6. Pass152,560 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,560 miles
    Test number
    568302554507
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail152,559 miles (+1,414)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,559 miles
    Test number
    757369937497
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,145 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,145 miles
    Test number
    373068034299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged

  9. Fail151,145 miles (+5,661)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,145 miles
    Test number
    556911893210
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged

  10. Pass145,484 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,484 miles
    Test number
    446319834963
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail145,484 miles (+3,234)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,484 miles
    Test number
    102702379063
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass142,250 miles (+7,489)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,250 miles
    Test number
    689571465599
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen washer jet poor aim

  13. Pass134,761 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,761 miles
    Test number
    470313076939
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail134,761 miles (+7,320)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,761 miles
    Test number
    473683976364
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass127,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,441 miles
    Test number
    425050571092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail127,441 miles (+8,479)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,441 miles
    Test number
    369601395558
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass118,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,962 miles
    Test number
    196745210751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components

  18. Fail118,962 miles (+12,342)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,962 miles
    Test number
    293735876635
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components

  19. Pass106,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,620 miles
    Test number
    697525090867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,620 miles (+10,044)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,620 miles
    Test number
    967366334690
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning light on

  21. Pass96,576 miles (+7,099)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    96,576 miles
    Test number
    308090654395
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass89,477 miles (+7,853)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    978240153304
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass81,624 miles (+6,845)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    786797142333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,779 miles (+12,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,779 miles
    Test number
    716996021315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass62,195 miles (+15,330)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    774811030362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,865 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,865 miles
    Test number
    504769149320
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass46,865 miles (+10,995)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,865 miles
    Test number
    744519449399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail35,870 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,870 miles
    Test number
    380679458215
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  29. Pass35,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,870 miles
    Test number
    382579458265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S55 GEM

Does S55 GEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S55 GEM is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S55 GEM?
The MOT on S55 GEM is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S55 GEM done?
S55 GEM was recorded at 160,369 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 7,136 miles a year.
Has S55 GEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S55 GEM has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S55 GEM 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 S55 GEM find?
S55 GEM passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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