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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T131 RBVMOT history

T131 RBV is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 188,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
188,099 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 RBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 RBV was last recorded at 188,099 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,367 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,732 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,367 miles
Average per year
4,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,099 miles
  • 2025 – 186,732 miles
  • 2024 – 184,414 miles
  • 2023 – 179,717 miles
  • 2022 – 176,270 miles
  • 2021 – 170,621 miles
  • 2020 – 164,336 miles
  • 2018 – 157,277 miles
  • 2017 – 153,933 miles
  • 2014 – 153,916 miles
  • 2009 – 151,942 miles
  • 2007 – 124,243 miles
  • 2006 – 108,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,099 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,099 miles (+1,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    188,099 miles
    Test number
    362237537747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass186,732 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    186,732 miles
    Test number
    266891637033
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail186,727 miles (+2,313)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,727 miles
    Test number
    131031659243
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass184,414 miles (+4,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    184,414 miles
    Test number
    915209007830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring tail outwith rubber seat

  5. Pass179,717 miles (+13)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    179,717 miles
    Test number
    495118560652
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated foremost (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail179,704 miles (+3,434)1 dangerous6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,704 miles
    Test number
    850645359517
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system at caiper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper bolt (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and burst (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated foremost (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshields insecure x2

  7. Pass176,270 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    176,270 miles
    Test number
    342319625487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail176,262 miles (+5,641)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,262 miles
    Test number
    783841186530
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass170,621 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    170,621 miles
    Test number
    172892287680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail170,621 miles (+6,285)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,621 miles
    Test number
    663777086651
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass164,336 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    164,336 miles
    Test number
    838152014079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail164,336 miles (+7,059)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,336 miles
    Test number
    822121332868
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened upper bolt different. (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass157,277 miles (+3,344)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    157,277 miles
    Test number
    987327579780
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass153,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    153,933 miles
    Test number
    683219955701
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail153,933 miles (+17)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,933 miles
    Test number
    808718685847
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass153,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    153,916 miles
    Test number
    619804004147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail153,916 miles (+1,974)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,916 miles
    Test number
    296434204462
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass151,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    151,942 miles
    Test number
    231718339430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail151,942 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,942 miles
    Test number
    671405639146
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    310808118284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass124,243 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    124,243 miles
    Test number
    393858207289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail124,142 miles (+15,984)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,142 miles
    Test number
    392276907247
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass108,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    108,158 miles
    Test number
    164687056184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T131 RBV

Does T131 RBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T131 RBV is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T131 RBV?
The MOT on T131 RBV is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T131 RBV done?
T131 RBV was recorded at 188,099 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,073 miles a year.
Has T131 RBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 RBV has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T131 RBV 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 T131 RBV find?
T131 RBV passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play foremost; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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