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Audi TT

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T198 ALJMOT history

T198 ALJ is a silver petrol Audi TT first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 150,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
150,614 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T198 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
TT
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T198 ALJ was last recorded at 150,614 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,614 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,614 miles
  • 2025 – 148,507 miles
  • 2024 – 145,047 miles
  • 2023 – 142,860 miles
  • 2022 – 140,614 miles
  • 2021 – 136,776 miles
  • 2020 – 132,104 miles
  • 2019 – 127,068 miles
  • 2018 – 122,994 miles
  • 2017 – 118,493 miles
  • 2016 – 112,866 miles
  • 2015 – 108,222 miles
  • 2014 – 105,044 miles
  • 2013 – 99,770 miles
  • 2012 – 94,452 miles
  • 2011 – 92,155 miles
  • 2010 – 86,234 miles
  • 2009 – 80,156 miles
  • 2008 – 73,769 miles
  • 2007 – 67,901 miles
  • 2006 – 63,856 miles
  • 2005 – 55,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,614 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Central Exhaust shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides Inner/rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

37 tests since 4 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,614 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    150,614 miles
    Test number
    885392484047
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail150,614 miles (+2,107)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,614 miles
    Test number
    487597291871
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass148,507 miles (+7)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    148,507 miles
    Test number
    476707389135
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides Inner/rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount -- Slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail148,500 miles (+3,453)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,500 miles
    Test number
    292908966982
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides Inner/rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount -- Slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass145,047 miles (+14)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,047 miles
    Test number
    601739573508
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail145,033 miles (+2,173)3 dangerous7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,033 miles
    Test number
    107348208072
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass142,860 miles (+2,246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    142,860 miles
    Test number
    678718293892
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres are worn smooth on the inner edges.
    • AdvisoryBoth Headlamps are Misty.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre is worn on the inner edge.

  8. Pass140,614 miles (+3,838)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    140,614 miles
    Test number
    496458336688
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass136,776 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,776 miles
    Test number
    826270456019
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail136,776 miles (+4,672)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,776 miles
    Test number
    277509415527
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass132,104 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    132,104 miles
    Test number
    597884365357
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail132,095 miles (+5,027)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,095 miles
    Test number
    921796547437
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass127,068 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,068 miles
    Test number
    184385820030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail127,068 miles (+4,074)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,068 miles
    Test number
    481672658751
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass122,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,994 miles
    Test number
    913218092272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,994 miles (+4,501)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,994 miles
    Test number
    343545065568
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass118,493 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,493 miles
    Test number
    424610239339
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail118,485 miles (+5,619)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,485 miles
    Test number
    697953391819
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush to subframe (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass112,866 miles (+4,644)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,866 miles
    Test number
    464934061902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,222 miles (+19)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,222 miles
    Test number
    898483415222
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteSlight play in offside front inner steering arm joint

  21. Fail108,203 miles (+3,159)6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,203 miles
    Test number
    679410115215
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lense's in poor condition
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteRear brake disc's in very poor condition and very worn
    • NoteSlight play in offside front inner steering arm joint

  22. Pass105,044 miles (+5,274)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,044 miles
    Test number
    685273414279
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside headlamp flickers on start-up
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber casing corroded - function not impaired
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/corroded - pads ok

  23. Pass99,770 miles (+21)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,770 miles
    Test number
    579650003270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs badly worn on inner faces

  24. Fail99,749 miles (+5,297)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,749 miles
    Test number
    548520593108
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs badly worn on inner faces

  25. Pass94,452 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,452 miles
    Test number
    827204692134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail94,450 miles (+2,295)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,450 miles
    Test number
    279603292484
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  27. Pass92,155 miles (+5,921)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,155 miles
    Test number
    176400111236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass86,234 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    86,234 miles
    Test number
    604926090163
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  29. Fail86,217 miles (+6,061)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,217 miles
    Test number
    362099780165
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low on tread
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  30. Pass80,156 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    80,156 miles
    Test number
    870099439274
    • NoteO/s/r tyre getting low
    • NoteRear numberplate slightly detiriorated

  31. Fail80,147 miles (+6,378)2 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,147 miles
    Test number
    993446729252
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front INNER c.v.gator split.

  32. Pass73,769 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    73,769 miles
    Test number
    374288448259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail73,768 miles (+5,867)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,768 miles
    Test number
    570917848254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass67,901 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,901 miles
    Test number
    291843017236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass63,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    63,856 miles
    Test number
    342233226214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail63,854 miles (+8,799)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,854 miles
    Test number
    710263626276
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  37. Pass55,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    55,055 miles
    Test number
    543275885186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T198 ALJ

Does T198 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T198 ALJ is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T198 ALJ?
The MOT on T198 ALJ is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T198 ALJ done?
T198 ALJ was recorded at 150,614 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 4,525 miles a year.
Has T198 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T198 ALJ has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T198 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 T198 ALJ find?
T198 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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