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Audi A4

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S72 BJOMOT history

S72 BJO is a green diesel Audi A4 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 208,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2024
Mileage
208,988 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S72 BJO
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S72 BJO was last recorded at 208,988 miles on 15 Mar 2023, 3,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,055 miles · 26 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3,933 miles
Average per year
6,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 208,988 miles
  • 2021 – 205,055 miles
  • 2020 – 202,923 miles
  • 2019 – 200,349 miles
  • 2018 – 188,779 miles
  • 2017 – 174,381 miles
  • 2016 – 158,902 miles
  • 2015 – 152,169 miles
  • 2014 – 148,353 miles
  • 2013 – 144,238 miles
  • 2012 – 139,105 miles
  • 2011 – 134,236 miles
  • 2010 – 125,774 miles
  • 2009 – 117,132 miles
  • 2008 – 110,735 miles
  • 2006 – 96,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,988 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,988 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    208,988 miles
    Test number
    927282826820
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail208,988 miles (+3,933)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,988 miles
    Test number
    602362915822
    • Repaired at testFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass205,055 miles (+2,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    205,055 miles
    Test number
    689279416097
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass202,923 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    202,923 miles
    Test number
    965036782408
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted oitemsbscuring spme testable

  5. Fail202,923 miles (+2,574)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,923 miles
    Test number
    485198834866
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted oitemsbscuring spme testable

  6. Pass200,349 miles (+82)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,349 miles
    Test number
    445912993848
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated

  7. Fail200,267 miles (+11,488)2 dangerous2 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,267 miles
    Test number
    669884053759
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded / Front flexi joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryService light on
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  8. Pass188,779 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    188,779 miles
    Test number
    806312108654
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  9. Fail188,779 miles (+35)1 major2 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,779 miles
    Test number
    118279899354
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  10. Fail188,744 miles (+14,363)2 dangerous2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,744 miles
    Test number
    490642299775
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge worn - 205/55 r16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

  11. Pass174,381 miles (+117)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    174,381 miles
    Test number
    755666352858
    • AdvisoryBody work damaged in several places
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear differential weeping oil
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRoad test carried out for brakes

  12. Fail174,264 miles (+178)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,264 miles
    Test number
    318390517151
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody work damaged in several places
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRoad test carried out for brakes

  13. Fail174,086 miles (+15,184)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,086 miles
    Test number
    382544718989
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axel flanges leaking

  14. Pass158,902 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    158,902 miles
    Test number
    259060675626
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure

  15. Fail158,866 miles (+6,697)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,866 miles
    Test number
    333710956155
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure

  16. Pass152,169 miles (+3,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    152,169 miles
    Test number
    206766205206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass148,353 miles (+4,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    148,353 miles
    Test number
    128754904268
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass144,238 miles (+5,133)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    144,238 miles
    Test number
    395479693184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass139,105 miles (+4,869)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    139,105 miles
    Test number
    369555842139
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f brake discs corroded

  20. Pass134,236 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    134,236 miles
    Test number
    136123431158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail134,190 miles (+8,416)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,190 miles
    Test number
    836137721110
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass125,774 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    125,774 miles
    Test number
    900763910119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to nearside front wing

  23. Fail95,199 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,199 miles
    Test number
    913023710165
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to nearside front wing

  24. Pass125,774 miles (+8,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    125,774 miles
    Test number
    464433210146
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass117,132 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    682875529149
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Fail117,117 miles (+6,382)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,117 miles
    Test number
    940390929195
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass110,735 miles (+14,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    110,735 miles
    Test number
    913656918103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass96,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    96,055 miles
    Test number
    793461126212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S72 BJO

Does S72 BJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S72 BJO expired on 14 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S72 BJO?
The MOT on S72 BJO expired on 14 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S72 BJO done?
S72 BJO was recorded at 208,988 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2023, an average of 6,804 miles a year.
Has S72 BJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S72 BJO has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S72 BJO 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 S72 BJO find?
S72 BJO passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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