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Audi A4

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T838 OAHMOT history

T838 OAH is a silver petrol Audi A4 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 262,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
262,081 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T838 OAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T838 OAH was last recorded at 262,081 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 12,851 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,230 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12,851 miles
Average per year
8,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 262,081 miles
  • 2025 – 249,230 miles
  • 2024 – 242,900 miles
  • 2023 – 229,195 miles
  • 2020 – 225,503 miles
  • 2019 – 225,477 miles
  • 2018 – 211,607 miles
  • 2017 – 199,214 miles
  • 2016 – 183,476 miles
  • 2015 – 174,345 miles
  • 2014 – 169,406 miles
  • 2013 – 164,734 miles
  • 2012 – 159,822 miles
  • 2011 – 154,000 miles
  • 2010 – 145,142 miles
  • 2009 – 137,538 miles
  • 2008 – 128,681 miles
  • 2007 – 116,262 miles
  • 2006 – 103,842 miles
  • 2005 – 90,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,081 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Failure5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,081 miles (+12,851)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    262,081 miles
    Test number
    638786534246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass249,230 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    249,230 miles
    Test number
    679249673094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail249,230 miles (+6,330)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,230 miles
    Test number
    611549241731
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass242,900 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    242,900 miles
    Test number
    438026197662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail242,849 miles (+13,654)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,849 miles
    Test number
    761139769964
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass229,195 miles (+3,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    229,195 miles
    Test number
    874704162160
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded

  7. Pass225,503 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    225,503 miles
    Test number
    172606722216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail225,477 miles (+13,870)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,477 miles
    Test number
    748390936818
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass211,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    211,607 miles
    Test number
    440198003863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail211,607 miles (+12,393)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,607 miles
    Test number
    338641793352
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass199,214 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    199,214 miles
    Test number
    336346273159
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVacuum air leak from hose on passenger side of engine bay

  12. Fail199,203 miles (+15,727)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,203 miles
    Test number
    933977423683
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass183,476 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    183,476 miles
    Test number
    392392129598
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded slightly
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly

  14. Fail183,467 miles (+9,122)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,467 miles
    Test number
    131811052561
    • 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 Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracking/perishing
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded slightly
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly

  15. Pass174,345 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    174,345 miles
    Test number
    196053855114
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail174,345 miles (+31)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,345 miles
    Test number
    678873455122
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail174,314 miles (+4,908)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,314 miles
    Test number
    309248725172
    • 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 Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass169,406 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    169,406 miles
    Test number
    188546854104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail169,399 miles (+4,665)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,399 miles
    Test number
    205566554170
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass164,734 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    164,734 miles
    Test number
    296590353480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail164,727 miles (+4,905)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,727 miles
    Test number
    415559743106
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail159,822 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,822 miles
    Test number
    228739352472
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass159,822 miles (+5,822)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    159,822 miles
    Test number
    429679852147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass154,000 miles (+8,858)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    154,000 miles
    Test number
    797465781192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass145,142 miles (+7,604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    145,142 miles
    Test number
    802201180169
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass137,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    137,538 miles
    Test number
    241293779178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail137,538 miles (+8,857)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,538 miles
    Test number
    563241379156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass128,681 miles (+12,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    128,681 miles
    Test number
    701055978196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass116,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    582021977177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail116,262 miles (+12,420)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    290001677167
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass103,842 miles (+12,885)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    103,842 miles
    Test number
    801601086110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  32. Pass90,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    90,957 miles
    Test number
    241121575112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T838 OAH

Does T838 OAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T838 OAH is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T838 OAH?
The MOT on T838 OAH is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T838 OAH done?
T838 OAH was recorded at 262,081 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 8,101 miles a year.
Has T838 OAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T838 OAH has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T838 OAH 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 T838 OAH find?
T838 OAH passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; general underbody corrosion, and 4 more.

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