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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T53 BDMMOT history

T53 BDM is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 213,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
213,454 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 BDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 BDM was last recorded at 213,454 miles on 6 May 2026, 962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,492 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
962 miles
Average per year
7,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,454 miles
  • 2025 – 212,492 miles
  • 2024 – 210,086 miles
  • 2023 – 207,243 miles
  • 2022 – 204,572 miles
  • 2021 – 202,576 miles
  • 2020 – 202,410 miles
  • 2019 – 199,104 miles
  • 2018 – 195,272 miles
  • 2017 – 190,098 miles
  • 2016 – 182,275 miles
  • 2015 – 172,788 miles
  • 2014 – 159,181 miles
  • 2013 – 147,402 miles
  • 2012 – 133,100 miles
  • 2011 – 117,671 miles
  • 2010 – 109,403 miles
  • 2009 – 97,026 miles
  • 2008 – 83,485 miles
  • 2007 – 72,891 miles
  • 2006 – 65,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,454 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass213,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    213,454 miles
    Test number
    546251394685
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail213,454 miles (+962)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,454 miles
    Test number
    872963670644
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass212,492 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    212,492 miles
    Test number
    825867274166
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail212,486 miles (+2,400)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,486 miles
    Test number
    482517863958
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear brackets corroded off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass210,086 miles (+2,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    210,086 miles
    Test number
    303024902362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass207,243 miles (+2,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    207,243 miles
    Test number
    231479055873
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass204,572 miles (+1,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    204,572 miles
    Test number
    646843194582
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp has a small crack in lens

  8. Pass202,576 miles (+166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    202,576 miles
    Test number
    175074425276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass202,410 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    202,410 miles
    Test number
    128408688377
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail202,403 miles (+3,299)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,403 miles
    Test number
    247210869492
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass199,104 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    199,104 miles
    Test number
    637286226361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail199,104 miles (+3,832)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,104 miles
    Test number
    520476098306
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass195,272 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    195,272 miles
    Test number
    605902400693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail195,270 miles (+5,172)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,270 miles
    Test number
    785142647994
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass190,098 miles (+7,823)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    190,098 miles
    Test number
    145213683926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass182,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    182,275 miles
    Test number
    340685225524
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail182,275 miles (+9,487)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,275 miles
    Test number
    189683569623
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass172,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    172,788 miles
    Test number
    468750625195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail172,788 miles (+13,607)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,788 miles
    Test number
    505717315163
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass159,181 miles (+11,779)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    159,181 miles
    Test number
    476170624144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass147,402 miles (+14,302)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    147,402 miles
    Test number
    396669803170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass133,100 miles (+15,429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    133,100 miles
    Test number
    987694212116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass117,671 miles (+8,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    117,671 miles
    Test number
    586558311176
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass109,403 miles (+12,377)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    109,403 miles
    Test number
    603100420145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,026 miles (+13,541)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    97,026 miles
    Test number
    590525129149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass83,485 miles (+10,594)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,485 miles
    Test number
    292876718161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,891 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    850402607178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass65,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    65,481 miles
    Test number
    382477616156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 BDM

Does T53 BDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T53 BDM is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T53 BDM?
The MOT on T53 BDM is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T53 BDM done?
T53 BDM was recorded at 213,454 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 7,390 miles a year.
Has T53 BDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 BDM has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T53 BDM 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 T53 BDM find?
T53 BDM passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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