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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,671 cc

T971 AWLMOT history

T971 AWL is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 172,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
172,642 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T971 AWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,671 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T971 AWL was last recorded at 172,642 miles on 15 May 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
172,623 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
2,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,642 miles
  • 2025 – 172,375 miles
  • 2024 – 172,233 miles
  • 2017 – 91,005 miles
  • 2016 – 89,211 miles
  • 2012 – 164,879 miles
  • 2011 – 159,765 miles
  • 2010 – 151,579 miles
  • 2009 – 144,835 miles
  • 2008 – 138,257 miles
  • 2007 – 134,673 miles
  • 2006 – 116,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,642 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,642 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    172,642 miles
    Test number
    303176195218
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail172,623 miles (+248)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,623 miles
    Test number
    306651196339
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass172,375 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    172,375 miles
    Test number
    699096980154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,233 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    172,233 miles
    Test number
    919410883922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail172,231 miles (+81,226)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,231 miles
    Test number
    517548976774
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass91,005 miles (+1,794)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    91,005 miles
    Test number
    384829623830
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll rubber boots/bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes damp
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame under sealed
    • AdvisorySteering/suspension has ply
    • AdvisoryWhole underside/all underside components under sealed

  7. Pass89,211 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    89,211 miles
    Test number
    752873751005
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryAll rubber bushes / boots slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering / suspension has play
    • AdvisoryWhole underside / all underside components slightly rusty

  8. Fail169,211 miles (+4,332)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,211 miles
    Test number
    153284221138
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryAll rubber bushes / boots slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering / suspension has play
    • AdvisoryWhole underside / all underside components slightly rusty

  9. Pass164,879 miles (+5,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    164,879 miles
    Test number
    959833902194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass159,765 miles (+8,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    159,765 miles
    Test number
    286753311129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass151,579 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    151,579 miles
    Test number
    294438410153
    • 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)

  12. Fail151,521 miles (+6,686)3 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,521 miles
    Test number
    440262610151
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  13. Pass144,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    144,835 miles
    Test number
    863271939127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,835 miles (+6,578)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,835 miles
    Test number
    930737529159
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass138,257 miles (+3,584)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    138,257 miles
    Test number
    533815518146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,673 miles (+17,926)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    134,673 miles
    Test number
    804634057052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,747 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    116,747 miles
    Test number
    931859816147
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T971 AWL

Does T971 AWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T971 AWL is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T971 AWL?
The MOT on T971 AWL is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T971 AWL done?
T971 AWL was recorded at 172,642 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 2,789 miles a year.
Has T971 AWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T971 AWL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T971 AWL 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 T971 AWL find?
T971 AWL passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 3 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear service brake binding but not excessively both.

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