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Audi Cabriolet

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T659 KBLMOT history

T659 KBL is a blue petrol Audi Cabriolet first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2023 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2023
Mileage
156,080 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2022
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T659 KBL
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
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T659 KBL was last recorded at 156,080 miles on 27 Jun 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Aug 2010: 155,899 miles, lower than 159,654 miles on 23 Jul 2010.
  • 4 Aug 2016: 142,139 miles, lower than 167,347 miles on 30 Aug 2012.

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
156,079 miles · 15 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,080 miles
  • 2021 – 154,048 miles
  • 2020 – 147,520 miles
  • 2019 – 146,771 miles
  • 2018 – 145,740 miles
  • 2017 – 145,332 miles
  • 2016 – 142,146 miles
  • 2012 – 167,347 miles
  • 2011 – 159,895 miles
  • 2010 – 155,899 miles
  • 2009 – 146,508 miles
  • 2008 – 143,427 miles
  • 2007 – 134,598 miles
  • 2006 – 128,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,080 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,080 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    156,080 miles
    Test number
    404989756138
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail156,079 miles (+2,031)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,079 miles
    Test number
    622594092106
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  3. Pass154,048 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,048 miles
    Test number
    648485179204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened advise mounting worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,048 miles (+6,528)4 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,048 miles
    Test number
    505635084493
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened advise mounting worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,520 miles (+749)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    147,520 miles
    Test number
    482519482627
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced damaged (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    146,771 miles
    Test number
    750560366857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail146,771 miles (+1,031)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,771 miles
    Test number
    327626214304
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass145,740 miles (+16)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    145,740 miles
    Test number
    608002413563
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail145,724 miles (+392)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,724 miles
    Test number
    260956321066
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass145,332 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,332 miles
    Test number
    862257043250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe to cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre cracking in tread but not to cord 195/60/15 lassa
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog broken but still secure

  11. Fail145,325 miles (+3,179)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,325 miles
    Test number
    683742529637
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front and rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe to cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre cracking in tread but not to cord 195/60/15 lassa
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog broken but still secure

  12. Pass142,146 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    142,146 miles
    Test number
    622930281911
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail142,139 miles (-25,208)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,139 miles
    Test number
    276450895352
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass167,347 miles (+7)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    167,347 miles
    Test number
    475993942266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside head light and indicater lens damaged not affecting light or color output

  15. Fail167,340 miles (+7,445)8 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,340 miles
    Test number
    379688322224
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside head light and indicater lens damaged not affecting light or color output

  16. Pass159,895 miles (+28)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    159,895 miles
    Test number
    785310751243
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteInner faces of front brake discs corroding
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS IN VERY POOR CORRODED CONDITION

  17. Fail159,867 miles (+3,968)2 dangerous3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,867 miles
    Test number
    379585331284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteInner faces of front brake discs corroding
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS IN VERY POOR CORRODED CONDITION

  18. Pass155,899 miles (-3,755)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    155,899 miles
    Test number
    401019410280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail159,654 miles (+3,927)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,654 miles
    Test number
    283494700229
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly worn on inner edges
    • NoteInner faces of rear brake disc's corroding
    • NoteO/S Head lamp lens damaged

  20. Fail155,727 miles (+9,219)1 dangerous11 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,727 miles
    Test number
    402991300222
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly worn on inner edges
    • NoteInner faces of rear brake disc's corroding
    • NoteO/S Head lamp lens damaged

  21. Pass146,508 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    146,508 miles
    Test number
    140421989181
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront And Rear Number Plates Slightly Deteriorated
    • NoteO/S headlight cracked but not effecting beam pattern

  22. Fail146,508 miles (+3,081)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,508 miles
    Test number
    140610789158
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront And Rear Number Plates Slightly Deteriorated
    • NoteO/S headlight cracked but not effecting beam pattern

  23. Pass143,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    143,427 miles
    Test number
    273613178138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail143,427 miles (+8,829)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,427 miles
    Test number
    774161478175
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass134,598 miles (+5,925)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    134,598 miles
    Test number
    482930687177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass128,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    128,673 miles
    Test number
    184431776119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail128,673 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,673 miles
    Test number
    273151476103
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T659 KBL

Does T659 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T659 KBL expired on 26 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T659 KBL?
The MOT on T659 KBL expired on 26 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T659 KBL done?
T659 KBL was recorded at 156,080 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2022, an average of 1,711 miles a year.
Has T659 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T659 KBL has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T659 KBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T659 KBL find?
T659 KBL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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