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Audi A4

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,771 cc

T290 JECMOT history

T290 JEC is a silver petrol Audi A4 first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
138,341 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T290 JEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,771 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T290 JEC was last recorded at 138,341 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,338 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,341 miles
  • 2025 – 137,459 miles
  • 2024 – 136,285 miles
  • 2023 – 135,837 miles
  • 2021 – 135,480 miles
  • 2020 – 135,405 miles
  • 2019 – 134,565 miles
  • 2018 – 132,369 miles
  • 2016 – 130,544 miles
  • 2015 – 130,496 miles
  • 2012 – 120,774 miles
  • 2011 – 112,618 miles
  • 2010 – 107,402 miles
  • 2009 – 102,490 miles
  • 2008 – 95,430 miles
  • 2007 – 87,188 miles
  • 2006 – 79,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,341 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe nut corroded (main)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe nut corroded (main)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,341 miles (+3)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    138,341 miles
    Test number
    152325847432
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe nut corroded (main)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe nut corroded (main)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,338 miles (+879)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,338 miles
    Test number
    651740743696
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe nut corroded (main)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe nut corroded (main)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass137,459 miles (+121)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    137,459 miles
    Test number
    777368243874
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail137,338 miles (+1,053)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,338 miles
    Test number
    630954048612
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,285 miles (+448)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,285 miles
    Test number
    457000475516
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,837 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,837 miles
    Test number
    474201136910
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail135,832 miles (+352)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,832 miles
    Test number
    502470351942
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass135,480 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,480 miles
    Test number
    558663011740
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail135,457 miles (+52)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,457 miles
    Test number
    974364943472
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass135,405 miles (+840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,405 miles
    Test number
    241014799744
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass134,565 miles (+16)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,565 miles
    Test number
    680918007108
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  12. Fail134,549 miles (+2,180)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,549 miles
    Test number
    249213694866
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  13. Pass132,369 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    132,369 miles
    Test number
    354122574151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail132,368 miles (+1,824)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,368 miles
    Test number
    145137518463
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass130,544 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,544 miles
    Test number
    973540023667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail130,537 miles (+41)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,537 miles
    Test number
    189866873868
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass130,496 miles (+9,722)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    130,496 miles
    Test number
    628429895007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust very corroded in places

  18. Pass120,774 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    120,774 miles
    Test number
    675808652027
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f brake disc is very rusty
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is cracking on side wall

  19. Fail120,772 miles (+8,154)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,772 miles
    Test number
    297128652008
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f brake disc is very rusty
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is cracking on side wall

  20. Pass112,618 miles (+1)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    112,618 miles
    Test number
    265808731055
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded

  21. Fail112,617 miles (+5,215)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,617 miles
    Test number
    848083331088
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded

  22. Pass107,402 miles (+4,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    107,402 miles
    Test number
    402064630029
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass102,490 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,490 miles
    Test number
    631520549070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  24. Fail102,486 miles (+7,056)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,486 miles
    Test number
    143470749409
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  25. Pass95,430 miles (+8,242)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,430 miles
    Test number
    160503868403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,188 miles (+7,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    87,188 miles
    Test number
    834121067037
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass79,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    79,698 miles
    Test number
    133443456483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T290 JEC

Does T290 JEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T290 JEC is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T290 JEC?
The MOT on T290 JEC is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T290 JEC done?
T290 JEC was recorded at 138,341 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 2,870 miles a year.
Has T290 JEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T290 JEC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T290 JEC 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 T290 JEC find?
T290 JEC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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