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Audi A6

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T226 GHPMOT history

T226 GHP is a grey petrol Audi A6 first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 175,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
175,562 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 GHP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 GHP was last recorded at 175,562 miles on 1 May 2025, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,396 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
166 miles
Average per year
5,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,562 miles
  • 2023 – 168,477 miles
  • 2022 – 162,749 miles
  • 2021 – 156,405 miles
  • 2020 – 152,782 miles
  • 2019 – 148,387 miles
  • 2018 – 141,371 miles
  • 2017 – 135,742 miles
  • 2016 – 129,704 miles
  • 2015 – 123,699 miles
  • 2014 – 117,994 miles
  • 2013 – 113,318 miles
  • 2012 – 108,521 miles
  • 2011 – 103,574 miles
  • 2010 – 99,278 miles
  • 2009 – 93,738 miles
  • 2008 – 88,369 miles
  • 2007 – 83,022 miles
  • 2006 – 77,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,562 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,562 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    175,562 miles
    Test number
    4306615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail175,396 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,396 miles
    Test number
    4258104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,477 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    168,477 miles
    Test number
    343278908677
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  4. Fail168,477 miles (+5,728)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,477 miles
    Test number
    566182040668
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to fumes from engine, slight smoke from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake insecure hose/pipe (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryC o very high
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Pass162,749 miles (+5)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,749 miles
    Test number
    519803884253
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  6. Fail162,744 miles (+6,339)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,744 miles
    Test number
    377098223412
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  7. Pass156,405 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    156,405 miles
    Test number
    919616047915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield slightly insecure

  8. Fail156,405 miles (+3,623)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,405 miles
    Test number
    615214993927
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield slightly insecure

  9. Pass152,782 miles (+4,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    152,782 miles
    Test number
    865184998831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,387 miles (+7,016)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,387 miles
    Test number
    845165270853
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass141,371 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    141,371 miles
    Test number
    405618548283
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge due to wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail141,369 miles (+5,627)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,369 miles
    Test number
    585450458646
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge due to wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake hose slightly insecure

  13. Pass135,742 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    135,742 miles
    Test number
    526055710948
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Fail135,742 miles (+6,038)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,742 miles
    Test number
    732159896855
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryO/s front metal brake pipe /hose slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass129,704 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    129,704 miles
    Test number
    132916934275
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre wearing on edges, still legal at time of test
    • AdvisoryWater leak from oil filter housing or hose

  16. Fail129,704 miles (+6,005)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,704 miles
    Test number
    784555045207
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre wearing on edges, still legal at time of test
    • AdvisoryWater leak from oil filter housing or hose

  17. Pass123,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    447789081778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail123,699 miles (+5,705)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    991476500856
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass117,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    117,994 miles
    Test number
    328707244412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail117,994 miles (+4,676)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,994 miles
    Test number
    197947844254
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass113,318 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,318 miles
    Test number
    756888843261
    • NotePoor pattern to both headlamps

  22. Fail113,318 miles (+4,797)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,318 miles
    Test number
    856298443245
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePoor pattern to both headlamps

  23. Pass108,521 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    108,521 miles
    Test number
    576094262285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail108,521 miles (+4,947)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,521 miles
    Test number
    979254662257
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass103,574 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    103,574 miles
    Test number
    228725451251
    • NoteHead lamps poor patern osf top arm bushes starting to seperate

  26. Fail103,574 miles (+4,296)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,574 miles
    Test number
    399555051406
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHead lamps poor patern osf top arm bushes starting to seperate

  27. Pass99,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    99,278 miles
    Test number
    672130350256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,278 miles (+5,540)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,278 miles
    Test number
    340870850438
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteBoth headlamp patterns very poor due to deteriorated

  29. Pass93,738 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    93,738 miles
    Test number
    422211359203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass88,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,369 miles
    Test number
    290095558250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail88,362 miles (+5,340)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,362 miles
    Test number
    783455858210
    • FailureOffside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  32. Pass83,022 miles (+5,283)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    83,022 miles
    Test number
    804662747233
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteScrew in the o/s rear

  33. Pass77,739 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    77,739 miles
    Test number
    213364956201
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T226 GHP

Does T226 GHP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T226 GHP expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T226 GHP?
The MOT on T226 GHP expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T226 GHP done?
T226 GHP was recorded at 175,562 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 5,249 miles a year.
Has T226 GHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 GHP has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T226 GHP 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 T226 GHP find?
T226 GHP passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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