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Audi A6

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T389 SCNMOT history

T389 SCN is a blue diesel Audi A6 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 260,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
260,746 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T389 SCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T389 SCN was last recorded at 260,746 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
258,292 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,454 miles
Average per year
4,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 260,746 miles
  • 2025 – 258,292 miles
  • 2024 – 254,664 miles
  • 2023 – 250,561 miles
  • 2022 – 243,928 miles
  • 2021 – 238,407 miles
  • 2020 – 234,202 miles
  • 2019 – 229,446 miles
  • 2018 – 223,984 miles
  • 2017 – 218,453 miles
  • 2016 – 211,428 miles
  • 2015 – 208,195 miles
  • 2014 – 202,032 miles
  • 2013 – 195,835 miles
  • 2012 – 190,525 miles
  • 2010 – 186,221 miles
  • 2008 – 176,678 miles
  • 2007 – 171,932 miles
  • 2006 – 167,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,746 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Light lens damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished and cracking.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,746 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    260,746 miles
    Test number
    144727443138
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail260,746 miles (+2,454)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,746 miles
    Test number
    875623361735
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass258,292 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    258,292 miles
    Test number
    988783877737
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail258,292 miles (+3,628)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,292 miles
    Test number
    367466059909
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass254,664 miles (+4,103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    254,664 miles
    Test number
    883711356992
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass250,561 miles (+6,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    250,561 miles
    Test number
    930811864428
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass243,928 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    243,928 miles
    Test number
    425545976380
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail243,928 miles (+5,521)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,928 miles
    Test number
    870171137634
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass238,407 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    238,407 miles
    Test number
    160654082161
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail238,404 miles (+4,202)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,404 miles
    Test number
    374726207552
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass234,202 miles (+4,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    234,202 miles
    Test number
    217811189370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass229,446 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    229,446 miles
    Test number
    698325471016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished and cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail229,446 miles (+5,462)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,446 miles
    Test number
    290081737432
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Shock leaking and damaged. Shock bumper stop detached (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished and cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass223,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    223,984 miles
    Test number
    900719146430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail223,981 miles (+5,528)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,981 miles
    Test number
    160106254665
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass218,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    218,453 miles
    Test number
    304111781486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail218,453 miles (+7,025)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,453 miles
    Test number
    154001182910
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass211,428 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    211,428 miles
    Test number
    972114591722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail208,195 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,195 miles
    Test number
    598379595040
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass208,195 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    208,195 miles
    Test number
    678779195067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass202,032 miles (+6,197)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    202,032 miles
    Test number
    165595034039
    • NoteFront brake doscs look poor
    • NoteNearside front, nearside rear and offside rear tyre in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass195,835 miles (+5,310)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    195,835 miles
    Test number
    425394123007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass190,525 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    190,525 miles
    Test number
    468906912001
    • NoteOffside front tyre at 2mm amd wearing on inner edge

  24. Fail190,525 miles (+4,304)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,525 miles
    Test number
    677586112094
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear brake caliper rubber split
    • NoteNearside rear brake discs blued
    • NoteNearside rear brake has a bind
    • NoteNearside rear brake pads look low
    • NoteOffside front tyre at 2mm amd wearing on inner edge

  25. Pass186,221 miles (+4,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    186,221 miles
    Test number
    282294840317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass181,261 miles (+4,583)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    181,261 miles
    Test number
    194884000455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass176,678 miles (+4,746)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    176,678 miles
    Test number
    474065068303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass171,932 miles (+4,922)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    171,932 miles
    Test number
    800424947200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass167,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    167,010 miles
    Test number
    272323576274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T389 SCN

Does T389 SCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T389 SCN is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T389 SCN?
The MOT on T389 SCN is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T389 SCN done?
T389 SCN was recorded at 260,746 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 4,722 miles a year.
Has T389 SCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T389 SCN has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T389 SCN 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 T389 SCN find?
T389 SCN passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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