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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T51 OBLMOT history

T51 OBL is a blue petrol Audi Cabriolet first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,498 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T51 OBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Cabriolet
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T51 OBL was last recorded at 96,498 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 4,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jan 2006: 42,891 miles, lower than 42,990 miles on 27 Jan 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
92,033 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,465 miles
Average per year
2,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,498 miles
  • 2025 – 92,033 miles
  • 2024 – 87,665 miles
  • 2023 – 86,408 miles
  • 2022 – 84,077 miles
  • 2021 – 82,240 miles
  • 2020 – 79,755 miles
  • 2019 – 77,502 miles
  • 2018 – 72,400 miles
  • 2017 – 61,956 miles
  • 2016 – 55,444 miles
  • 2015 – 54,327 miles
  • 2014 – 53,654 miles
  • 2012 – 51,625 miles
  • 2011 – 50,293 miles
  • 2010 – 48,301 miles
  • 2009 – 46,780 miles
  • 2008 – 45,559 miles
  • 2007 – 44,140 miles
  • 2006 – 42,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,498 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,498 miles (+4,465)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,498 miles
    Test number
    108887171458
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,033 miles (+170)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,033 miles
    Test number
    657379458343
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail91,863 miles (+4,198)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,863 miles
    Test number
    385466136273
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,665 miles (+1,257)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,665 miles
    Test number
    961376943675
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass86,408 miles (+2,331)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    86,408 miles
    Test number
    655449760099
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres just starting to wear on outer edges

  6. Pass84,077 miles (+1,837)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,077 miles
    Test number
    368303984323
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass82,240 miles (+2,485)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    82,240 miles
    Test number
    909999933479
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass79,755 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,755 miles
    Test number
    942915192480
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail79,755 miles (+2,253)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,755 miles
    Test number
    941229938342
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre starting to wear inner edge and nsr tyre starting to wear outer edge

  10. Pass77,502 miles (+5,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,502 miles
    Test number
    650425700258
    • AdvisoryNearside beam pattern poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass72,400 miles (+10,444)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,400 miles
    Test number
    580305701591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,956 miles
    Test number
    869036048154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,956 miles (+6,512)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,956 miles
    Test number
    636072905099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass55,444 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,444 miles
    Test number
    195035208151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,327 miles
    Test number
    325855555058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail54,327 miles (+673)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,327 miles
    Test number
    699695855040
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass53,654 miles (+2,029)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    709714524009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    51,625 miles
    Test number
    306648872435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,625 miles (+1,332)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,625 miles
    Test number
    766758072273
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass50,293 miles (+1,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,293 miles
    Test number
    728455861297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass48,301 miles (+1,521)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    464111230143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,780 miles (+1,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,780 miles
    Test number
    853912439118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass45,559 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    780715238166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,140 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,140 miles
    Test number
    452223117199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,891 miles (-99)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,891 miles
    Test number
    653180336065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,990 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,990 miles
    Test number
    332017526096
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T51 OBL

Does T51 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T51 OBL is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T51 OBL?
The MOT on T51 OBL is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T51 OBL done?
T51 OBL was recorded at 96,498 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 2,600 miles a year.
Has T51 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T51 OBL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T51 OBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jan 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T51 OBL find?
T51 OBL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroded, and 3 more.

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