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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,671 cc

T259 TNFMOT history

T259 TNF is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 142,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
142,096 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T259 TNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,671 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T259 TNF was last recorded at 142,096 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,090 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,096 miles
  • 2022 – 141,544 miles
  • 2021 – 141,515 miles
  • 2019 – 140,019 miles
  • 2018 – 138,816 miles
  • 2017 – 136,865 miles
  • 2016 – 136,843 miles
  • 2015 – 135,133 miles
  • 2014 – 132,106 miles
  • 2013 – 129,337 miles
  • 2012 – 119,128 miles
  • 2011 – 103,907 miles
  • 2010 – 95,775 miles
  • 2009 – 91,954 miles
  • 2008 – 87,653 miles
  • 2006 – 85,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,096 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,096 miles (+6)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    142,096 miles
    Test number
    444302558203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail142,090 miles (+546)1 dangerous8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    191391882369
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass141,544 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    141,544 miles
    Test number
    548284644928
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  4. Fail141,533 miles (+14)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,533 miles
    Test number
    495422474702
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  5. Fail141,519 miles (+4)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,519 miles
    Test number
    233624161354
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached bolt falling out - no nut (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySoft/long brake pedal
  6. Fail141,515 miles (+1,496)19 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,515 miles
    Test number
    860777462728
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened n/s/r area (marked) holes in two places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm outer joint rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded first flexi to lower suspension arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases o/s/ pipe to front cat loose and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm outer joint rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fowls inner wheel arch at rear on lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded first flexi to lower suspension arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box to centre section loose and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s lagging in operation slightly (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded in parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass140,019 miles (+1,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,019 miles
    Test number
    919980603069
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake reserve travel
  8. Pass138,816 miles (+1,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,816 miles
    Test number
    344104008699
    • AdvisoryRear reserve travel on parking brake
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges
  9. Pass136,865 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,865 miles
    Test number
    858160763147
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Nearside and offside (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  10. Fail136,861 miles (+18)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,861 miles
    Test number
    854023175551
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Nearside and offside (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Nearside and offside (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  11. Fail136,843 miles (+1,710)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,843 miles
    Test number
    829475801789
    • FailureNearside Rear Electronic stability system component excessively damaged leveler unit not fixed (3.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement park lever (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint upper front (chalked) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door inner handle faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  12. Pass135,133 miles (+18)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,133 miles
    Test number
    418265935032
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers inner door handle stiff
    • NoteRear suspension corroded
  13. Fail135,115 miles (+3,009)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,115 miles
    Test number
    618999425098
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass132,106 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,106 miles
    Test number
    766834034050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront subframe corroded
    • NoteRear suspension bushes deteriorated
  15. Fail132,102 miles (+2,765)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,102 miles
    Test number
    538172234067
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront subframe corroded
    • NoteRear suspension bushes deteriorated
  16. Pass129,337 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    129,337 miles
    Test number
    905565633026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Fail129,314 miles (+10,186)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,314 miles
    Test number
    138201833007
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass119,128 miles (+15,221)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    119,128 miles
    Test number
    409224722082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s front head light bolt missing but secure
  19. Pass103,907 miles (+8,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,907 miles
    Test number
    197691931033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass95,775 miles (+3,821)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,775 miles
    Test number
    542757620095
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  21. Pass91,954 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    264209429015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,900 miles (+4,247)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,900 miles
    Test number
    431093229052
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass87,653 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    87,653 miles
    Test number
    770590138077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    85,690 miles
    Test number
    431833946353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T259 TNF

Does T259 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T259 TNF expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T259 TNF?
The MOT on T259 TNF expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T259 TNF done?
T259 TNF was recorded at 142,096 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 3,017 miles a year.
Has T259 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T259 TNF has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T259 TNF 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 T259 TNF find?
T259 TNF passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 11 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch, and 8 more.

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