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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,393 cc

T194 ALJMOT history

T194 ALJ is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 231,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
231,002 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T194 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,393 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T194 ALJ was last recorded at 231,002 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 6,159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,843 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,159 miles
Average per year
8,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,002 miles
  • 2025 – 224,843 miles
  • 2023 – 217,123 miles
  • 2022 – 203,711 miles
  • 2021 – 199,284 miles
  • 2019 – 192,089 miles
  • 2018 – 184,277 miles
  • 2017 – 176,947 miles
  • 2016 – 169,313 miles
  • 2015 – 159,969 miles
  • 2014 – 152,254 miles
  • 2013 – 145,432 miles
  • 2012 – 136,261 miles
  • 2011 – 126,612 miles
  • 2010 – 115,302 miles
  • 2009 – 104,811 miles
  • 2008 – 92,464 miles
  • 2007 – 78,320 miles
  • 2006 – 65,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,002 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront brake fluid reservoir slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear reverse lights inop

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass231,002 miles (+6,159)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    231,002 miles
    Test number
    694321930829
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluid reservoir slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse lights inop

  2. Pass224,843 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    224,843 miles
    Test number
    138492979163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail224,843 miles (+7,720)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,843 miles
    Test number
    482437003076
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass217,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    217,123 miles
    Test number
    528364547408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail217,123 miles (+6,713)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,123 miles
    Test number
    392427861149
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass210,410 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    210,410 miles
    Test number
    832462121896
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail210,410 miles (+6,699)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,410 miles
    Test number
    597323377248
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass203,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    203,711 miles
    Test number
    172976330240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail203,711 miles (+4,427)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,711 miles
    Test number
    787537308473
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass199,284 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    199,284 miles
    Test number
    793421857909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail199,283 miles (+7,194)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,283 miles
    Test number
    875835127802
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass192,089 miles (+7,812)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    192,089 miles
    Test number
    863857870912
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass184,277 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    184,277 miles
    Test number
    836293827668
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail184,277 miles (+7,330)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,277 miles
    Test number
    611199590788
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass176,947 miles (+7,634)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    176,947 miles
    Test number
    340637004850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass169,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    169,313 miles
    Test number
    132493748863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail169,313 miles (+9,344)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,313 miles
    Test number
    841268307991
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass159,969 miles (+7,715)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    159,969 miles
    Test number
    627730965106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Pass152,254 miles (+6,822)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    152,254 miles
    Test number
    228541064189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass145,432 miles (+9,171)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    145,432 miles
    Test number
    308260193150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  21. Pass136,261 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    195719352176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail136,261 miles (+9,649)8 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    825579352181
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass126,612 miles (+13)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    126,612 miles
    Test number
    478536861196
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs wearing thin and corroded

  24. Fail126,599 miles (+11,297)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,599 miles
    Test number
    247818551425
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs wearing thin and corroded

  25. Pass115,302 miles (+10,491)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    115,302 miles
    Test number
    262295240404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass104,811 miles (+12,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    104,811 miles
    Test number
    254617749131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass92,464 miles (+14,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    92,464 miles
    Test number
    682147158169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass78,320 miles (+12,438)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    78,320 miles
    Test number
    731466647109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass65,882 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    223000466403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T194 ALJ

Does T194 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T194 ALJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T194 ALJ?
The MOT on T194 ALJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T194 ALJ done?
T194 ALJ was recorded at 231,002 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 8,431 miles a year.
Has T194 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T194 ALJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T194 ALJ 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 T194 ALJ find?
T194 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen; front brake fluid reservoir slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 3 more.

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