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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

T26 DEWMOT history

T26 DEW is a silver petrol Audi Coupe first used on 18 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2020 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 126,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2020
Mileage
126,816 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 DEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Coupe
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2020
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T26 DEW was last recorded at 126,816 miles on 17 Feb 2023, 3,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,107 miles · 14 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
3,709 miles
Average per year
4,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,816 miles
  • 2019 – 123,107 miles
  • 2018 – 113,979 miles
  • 2017 – 109,521 miles
  • 2016 – 106,983 miles
  • 2015 – 103,199 miles
  • 2014 – 99,831 miles
  • 2013 – 96,009 miles
  • 2012 – 79,891 miles
  • 2011 – 78,959 miles
  • 2010 – 75,738 miles
  • 2009 – 70,339 miles
  • 2008 – 62,399 miles
  • 2007 – 55,390 miles
  • 2006 – 45,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,816 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,816 miles (+3,709)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,816 miles
    Test number
    561580802911
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,107 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    123,107 miles
    Test number
    305944640948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail123,107 miles (+9,128)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,107 miles
    Test number
    877063144785
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass113,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,979 miles
    Test number
    600960819571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer constant velocity boot deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front suspension lower arm bushes deteriorated slightly

  5. Fail113,979 miles (+4,458)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,979 miles
    Test number
    866867542240
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer constant velocity boot deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front suspension lower arm bushes deteriorated slightly

  6. Pass109,521 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,521 miles
    Test number
    841930074110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,983 miles
    Test number
    649235450257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,983 miles (+3,784)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,983 miles
    Test number
    124376871641
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass103,199 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    796362615252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,831 miles (+3,822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,831 miles
    Test number
    428408094122
    • NoteBoth front and n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass96,009 miles (+16,118)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,009 miles
    Test number
    965753413227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres and nearside rear tyre wearing more on inner edges
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass79,891 miles (+932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,891 miles
    Test number
    689991482013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass78,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,959 miles
    Test number
    537700391070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,959 miles (+3,221)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,959 miles
    Test number
    935889781068
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass75,738 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    75,738 miles
    Test number
    421632430144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail75,738 miles (+5,399)2 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,738 miles
    Test number
    224732530150
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass70,339 miles (+7,940)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,339 miles
    Test number
    863884609141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePassenger front tyre worn to 2mm

  18. Pass62,399 miles (+7,009)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,399 miles
    Test number
    573792468111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEnds of both wiper blades torn but clearing screen

  19. Pass55,390 miles (+10,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,390 miles
    Test number
    871208107295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass45,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,048 miles
    Test number
    880706306264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 DEW

Does T26 DEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T26 DEW expired on 13 Aug 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T26 DEW?
The MOT on T26 DEW expired on 13 Aug 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T26 DEW done?
T26 DEW was recorded at 126,816 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2023, an average of 4,936 miles a year.
Has T26 DEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 DEW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T26 DEW 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 T26 DEW find?
T26 DEW failed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp, and 5 more.

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