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Audi A4

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

V5 BAOMOT history

V5 BAO is a silver petrol Audi A4 first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

V5 BAO silver Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,859 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 BAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 BAO was last recorded at 89,859 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 8,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,653 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,206 miles
Average per year
3,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,859 miles
  • 2025 – 81,653 miles
  • 2024 – 76,837 miles
  • 2021 – 76,822 miles
  • 2020 – 69,719 miles
  • 2015 – 67,829 miles
  • 2013 – 60,025 miles
  • 2012 – 56,524 miles
  • 2011 – 55,070 miles
  • 2010 – 51,548 miles
  • 2009 – 46,035 miles
  • 2008 – 38,959 miles
  • 2007 – 31,387 miles
  • 2006 – 26,476 miles
  • 2005 – 20,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,859 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine mangement light on
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,859 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,859 miles
    Test number
    597312992399
    • AdvisoryEngine mangement light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  2. Fail89,859 miles (+8,206)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,859 miles
    Test number
    323388273364
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine mangement light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass81,653 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,653 miles
    Test number
    153123951680
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail81,653 miles (+4,816)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,653 miles
    Test number
    881573118400
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass76,837 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,837 miles
    Test number
    542362292285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,822 miles (+7,103)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,822 miles
    Test number
    341942790027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,719 miles
    Test number
    307365364290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,719 miles (+1,890)1 dangerous4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,719 miles
    Test number
    282267351945
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass67,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,829 miles
    Test number
    953888455713
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on
  10. Fail67,829 miles (+2,229)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,829 miles
    Test number
    668524935389
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on
  11. Pass65,600 miles (+5,575)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,600 miles
    Test number
    477505705039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,025 miles (+3,501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    60,025 miles
    Test number
    107814263345
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass56,524 miles (+1,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,524 miles
    Test number
    547043352308
    • 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)
  14. Pass55,070 miles (+3,522)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    327731271423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,548 miles (+5,513)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,548 miles
    Test number
    873184960226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,035 miles (+7,076)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,035 miles
    Test number
    500484159264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,959 miles (+7,572)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,959 miles
    Test number
    643515848239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,387 miles (+4,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,387 miles
    Test number
    384762067427
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass26,476 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,476 miles
    Test number
    962793266233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,761 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,761 miles
    Test number
    163671255200
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWheel nuts not checked, trims fitted.

Questions about V5 BAO

Does V5 BAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 BAO is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 BAO?
The MOT on V5 BAO is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 BAO done?
V5 BAO was recorded at 89,859 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 3,367 miles a year.
Has V5 BAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 BAO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 BAO 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 V5 BAO find?
V5 BAO passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: engine mangement light on; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 3 more.

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