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Audi A4

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,671 cc

T257 JBAMOT history

T257 JBA is a silver petrol Audi A4 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 200,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
200,696 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 JBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,671 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 JBA was last recorded at 200,696 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 5,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,158 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,538 miles
Average per year
5,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,696 miles
  • 2025 – 195,158 miles
  • 2023 – 189,284 miles
  • 2021 – 183,505 miles
  • 2020 – 182,729 miles
  • 2019 – 180,849 miles
  • 2018 – 179,368 miles
  • 2017 – 171,020 miles
  • 2016 – 164,709 miles
  • 2015 – 156,687 miles
  • 2014 – 150,969 miles
  • 2013 – 146,508 miles
  • 2012 – 139,957 miles
  • 2011 – 129,018 miles
  • 2010 – 123,080 miles
  • 2008 – 118,470 miles
  • 2007 – 105,790 miles
  • 2006 – 94,972 miles
  • 2005 – 87,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,696 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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

34 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,696 miles (+5,538)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    200,696 miles
    Test number
    879283215155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass195,158 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    195,158 miles
    Test number
    948694634128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass193,646 miles (+4,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    193,646 miles
    Test number
    279462337647
    • 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))

  4. Pass189,284 miles (+5,635)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    189,284 miles
    Test number
    432523842612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass183,649 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    183,649 miles
    Test number
    676458917502
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail183,648 miles (+143)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,648 miles
    Test number
    485039984343
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass183,505 miles (+776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    183,505 miles
    Test number
    405423846668
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass182,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    182,729 miles
    Test number
    551435266018
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail182,729 miles (+1,880)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,729 miles
    Test number
    424480736781
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass180,849 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    180,849 miles
    Test number
    970762161689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail180,772 miles (+1,404)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,772 miles
    Test number
    262649280009
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass179,368 miles (+8,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    179,368 miles
    Test number
    669147640689
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass171,020 miles (+6,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    171,020 miles
    Test number
    297043499331
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass164,709 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    164,709 miles
    Test number
    749370426132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail164,705 miles (+8,018)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,705 miles
    Test number
    466130173281
    • FailureNearside Front Inner 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 Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass156,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    156,687 miles
    Test number
    628084265014
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail156,687 miles (+5,718)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,687 miles
    Test number
    298383265033
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass150,969 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    150,969 miles
    Test number
    265648574054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail150,966 miles (+4,458)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,966 miles
    Test number
    857727074050
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass146,508 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    146,508 miles
    Test number
    188241003135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail146,495 miles (+6,538)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,495 miles
    Test number
    229036293011
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Pass139,957 miles (+10,939)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    139,957 miles
    Test number
    706750762095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail129,018 miles1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,018 miles
    Test number
    548184681010
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front wheel very close to brake caliper

  24. Pass129,018 miles (+5,938)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    129,018 miles
    Test number
    907854381027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front wheel very close to brake caliper

  25. Pass123,080 miles (+9)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    123,080 miles
    Test number
    123455430072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail123,071 miles (+4,601)5 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,071 miles
    Test number
    124572930081
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass118,470 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    933793008358
    • NoteExhaust blowing on joints slightly
    • NoteFront bumper covers missing
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear numper plate loose

  28. Fail118,470 miles (+12,680)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    742362308320
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteExhaust blowing on joints slightly
    • NoteFront bumper covers missing
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear numper plate loose

  29. Pass105,790 miles (+318)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    105,790 miles
    Test number
    433158817365
    • NoteCondensation in o/s/f indicator lamp
    • NoteFront screen scratched

  30. Fail105,472 miles (+10,500)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,472 miles
    Test number
    533106507329
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteCondensation in o/s/f indicator lamp
    • NoteFront screen scratched

  31. Pass94,972 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    94,972 miles
    Test number
    330892096480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail94,962 miles (+7,175)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,962 miles
    Test number
    561941696212
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  33. Pass87,787 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    87,787 miles
    Test number
    301562895487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail87,445 miles1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,445 miles
    Test number
    201400585230
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre outer wall cut
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn low

Questions about T257 JBA

Does T257 JBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T257 JBA is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T257 JBA?
The MOT on T257 JBA is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T257 JBA done?
T257 JBA was recorded at 200,696 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 5,393 miles a year.
Has T257 JBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 JBA has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T257 JBA 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 T257 JBA find?
T257 JBA passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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