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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,671 cc

T345 BGUMOT history

T345 BGU is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2021 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 68,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2021
Mileage
68,746 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2021
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T345 BGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,671 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T345 BGU was last recorded at 68,746 miles on 18 Oct 2021, 275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,471 miles · 3 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
275 miles
Average per year
2,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 68,746 miles
  • 2020 – 68,471 miles
  • 2019 – 68,130 miles
  • 2018 – 67,327 miles
  • 2017 – 66,310 miles
  • 2016 – 65,076 miles
  • 2015 – 63,412 miles
  • 2013 – 61,686 miles
  • 2012 – 60,600 miles
  • 2011 – 59,084 miles
  • 2010 – 58,281 miles
  • 2009 – 55,189 miles
  • 2008 – 50,119 miles
  • 2007 – 42,378 miles
  • 2006 – 36,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail68,746 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail68,746 miles (+275)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,746 miles
    Test number
    240097638702
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass68,471 miles (+341)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,471 miles
    Test number
    443330824605
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  3. Pass68,130 miles (+803)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,130 miles
    Test number
    844943523561
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn at inner edges

  4. Pass67,327 miles (+1,017)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,327 miles
    Test number
    116792590550
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust clamp missing
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass66,310 miles (+1,234)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    769692724217
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy not excessive (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre clamp deterorated
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leak from rear diff

  6. Pass65,076 miles (+1,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,076 miles
    Test number
    755398373732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  7. Pass63,412 miles (+102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    355218135256
    • NoteRear brakes have slight bind

  8. Fail63,310 miles (+1,624)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,310 miles
    Test number
    537324105282
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  9. Pass61,686 miles (+1,086)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,686 miles
    Test number
    999901903300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass60,600 miles (+1,516)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,600 miles
    Test number
    626156592255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,084 miles (+803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,084 miles
    Test number
    556275701394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass58,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    58,281 miles
    Test number
    600180900349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,281 miles (+3,092)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,281 miles
    Test number
    592600900313
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  14. Pass55,189 miles (+5,070)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,189 miles
    Test number
    180249399210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass50,119 miles (+2,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    50,119 miles
    Test number
    920536798278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass47,724 miles (+5,346)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,724 miles
    Test number
    832983898024
    • NoteOil leak rear diff area.

  17. Pass42,378 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,378 miles
    Test number
    994634617140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,725 miles
    Test number
    710267886049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T345 BGU

Does T345 BGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T345 BGU expired on 2 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T345 BGU?
The MOT on T345 BGU expired on 2 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T345 BGU done?
T345 BGU was recorded at 68,746 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2021, an average of 2,058 miles a year.
Has T345 BGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T345 BGU has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T345 BGU 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 T345 BGU find?
T345 BGU failed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2021 with 5 major defects and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 9 more.

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