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Audi A4

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T487 RDEMOT history

T487 RDE is a green diesel Audi A4 first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,727 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T487 RDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T487 RDE was last recorded at 89,727 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,727 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,727 miles
  • 2025 – 88,398 miles
  • 2024 – 86,464 miles
  • 2023 – 85,228 miles
  • 2022 – 83,807 miles
  • 2021 – 80,130 miles
  • 2020 – 76,529 miles
  • 2019 – 70,206 miles
  • 2018 – 64,559 miles
  • 2017 – 59,747 miles
  • 2016 – 54,448 miles
  • 2015 – 47,833 miles
  • 2014 – 44,601 miles
  • 2013 – 42,102 miles
  • 2012 – 40,209 miles
  • 2011 – 38,621 miles
  • 2010 – 36,316 miles
  • 2009 – 34,826 miles
  • 2008 – 33,416 miles
  • 2007 – 31,954 miles
  • 2006 – 30,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,727 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryREAR AXLE CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH RUBBERS

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,727 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,727 miles
    Test number
    611602628259
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE CORRODED

  2. Fail89,727 miles (+1,329)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,727 miles
    Test number
    753383623657
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE CORRODED

  3. Pass88,398 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,398 miles
    Test number
    280268119881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,396 miles (+1,932)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,396 miles
    Test number
    744433953738
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn upper front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,464 miles (+1,236)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    86,464 miles
    Test number
    295232494787
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH FRONT OUTERS (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,228 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    482871372534
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail85,226 miles (+1,419)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    335238342788
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,807 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,807 miles
    Test number
    799323141070
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH RUBBERS (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail83,804 miles (+3,674)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,804 miles
    Test number
    478960058319
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH RUBBERS (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,130 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,130 miles
    Test number
    952818186655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,529 miles
    Test number
    322682015038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,529 miles (+6,323)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,529 miles
    Test number
    313237642900
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass70,206 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,206 miles
    Test number
    810763130067
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail70,204 miles (+5,645)3 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,204 miles
    Test number
    303216552809
    • MajorOffside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass64,559 miles (+4,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,559 miles
    Test number
    823032622615
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass59,747 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,747 miles
    Test number
    413053911142
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail59,745 miles (+5,297)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,745 miles
    Test number
    884601287608
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass54,448 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,448 miles
    Test number
    563977927557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,833 miles (+3,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,833 miles
    Test number
    199348365053
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass44,601 miles (+2,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,601 miles
    Test number
    888339964002
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass42,102 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    178317173095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,209 miles (+1,588)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,209 miles
    Test number
    738399472091
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass38,621 miles (+2,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,621 miles
    Test number
    436705771082
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass36,316 miles (+1,490)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,316 miles
    Test number
    762160160096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls perishing.
    • NoteRear number plate starting to de-laminate.

  25. Pass34,826 miles (+1,410)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,826 miles
    Test number
    430103189052
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer sidewall perished.

  26. Pass33,416 miles (+1,462)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,416 miles
    Test number
    660458088029
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres have cracks in sidewalls but not deep enough to see ply cords.

  27. Pass31,954 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,954 miles
    Test number
    890696787066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,376 miles
    Test number
    950963986050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T487 RDE

Does T487 RDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T487 RDE is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T487 RDE?
The MOT on T487 RDE is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T487 RDE done?
T487 RDE was recorded at 89,727 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 2,958 miles a year.
Has T487 RDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T487 RDE has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T487 RDE 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 T487 RDE find?
T487 RDE passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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