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Audi A4

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T78 XCDMOT history

T78 XCD is a red diesel Audi A4 first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
118,648 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 XCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 XCD was last recorded at 118,648 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,551 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
4,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,648 miles
  • 2022 – 108,717 miles
  • 2021 – 106,291 miles
  • 2020 – 100,762 miles
  • 2016 – 95,046 miles
  • 2014 – 93,746 miles
  • 2013 – 88,492 miles
  • 2012 – 85,280 miles
  • 2011 – 79,576 miles
  • 2010 – 69,265 miles
  • 2009 – 60,944 miles
  • 2008 – 50,223 miles
  • 2007 – 44,047 miles
  • 2006 – 40,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,648 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,648 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    118,648 miles
    Test number
    754530019765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail118,551 miles (+9,834)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,551 miles
    Test number
    907310857857
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass108,717 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,717 miles
    Test number
    835341313636
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail108,686 miles (+2,395)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,686 miles
    Test number
    851837097950
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass106,291 miles (+5,529)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,291 miles
    Test number
    580780734516
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive underside. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,762 miles (+5,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,762 miles
    Test number
    747790554646
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,046 miles (+1,300)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,046 miles
    Test number
    163906639865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass93,746 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,746 miles
    Test number
    247336714296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

  9. Fail93,746 miles (+5,254)2 failures4 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,746 miles
    Test number
    978923114286
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

  10. Pass88,492 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    88,492 miles
    Test number
    315912613429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail88,492 miles (+3,212)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,492 miles
    Test number
    279110713274
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass85,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,280 miles
    Test number
    997700112257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,280 miles (+5,704)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,280 miles
    Test number
    138280612216
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass79,576 miles (+10,311)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,576 miles
    Test number
    895393991178
    • NoteBoth front brake flexy hoses are cracking up
    • NoteO/s/f cv boot in poor condition
    • NoteRear brake pads are low

  15. Pass69,265 miles (+8,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,265 miles
    Test number
    502738480115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass60,944 miles (+10,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,944 miles
    Test number
    160149789186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass50,223 miles (+6,176)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,223 miles
    Test number
    830413388138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,047 miles (+3,208)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,047 miles
    Test number
    224203447121
    • NoteN/S/R tyre nearing legal limit(3mm).

  19. Pass40,839 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,839 miles
    Test number
    403437856167
    • NoteCorrosion developing front & rear brake discs.
    • NoteO/S & N/S rear tyres nearing legal limit(3mm).

Questions about T78 XCD

Does T78 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T78 XCD expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T78 XCD?
The MOT on T78 XCD expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T78 XCD done?
T78 XCD was recorded at 118,648 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 4,471 miles a year.
Has T78 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 XCD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T78 XCD 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 T78 XCD find?
T78 XCD passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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