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Audi A6

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

X463 OBLMOT history

X463 OBL is a silver petrol Audi A6 first used on 11 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2023.

X463 OBL silver Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
110,876 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X463 OBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X463 OBL was last recorded at 110,876 miles on 23 Jan 2023, 773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,103 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
773 miles
Average per year
2,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,876 miles
  • 2022 – 110,103 miles
  • 2021 – 109,008 miles
  • 2020 – 108,283 miles
  • 2019 – 106,762 miles
  • 2018 – 105,051 miles
  • 2016 – 102,919 miles
  • 2015 – 98,706 miles
  • 2014 – 96,874 miles
  • 2013 – 94,406 miles
  • 2012 – 92,117 miles
  • 2011 – 89,584 miles
  • 2010 – 87,709 miles
  • 2009 – 85,465 miles
  • 2008 – 81,808 miles
  • 2007 – 77,567 miles
  • 2006 – 59,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,876 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth sides front steering rack gaiter insecure.
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and rear. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Both front steering rack gaiter insecure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,876 miles (+773)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,876 miles
    Test number
    187763780568
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front steering rack gaiter insecure.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and rear. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass110,103 miles (+48)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,103 miles
    Test number
    904143359105
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering rack gaiter insecure.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm bushes worn.
  3. Fail110,055 miles (+1,047)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,055 miles
    Test number
    621932764383
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering rack gaiter insecure.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm bushes worn.
  4. Pass109,008 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,008 miles
    Test number
    653493724690
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK BUT NOT EXCESSIVE
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN O/S/ STEERING RACK KNUCKLE
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE HOSES AGE CRACKING
    • AdvisoryREAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION RUBBERS DETERIORATING
  5. Fail109,003 miles (+720)1 dangerous5 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,003 miles
    Test number
    402765300353
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall damaged to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated splt to cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint - exhaust heavily corroded /temp repairs carried out (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes age cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Badly split close to cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both - age cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil dipstick tube broken
  6. Pass108,283 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,283 miles
    Test number
    748918641332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer driveshaft c.v boot damp with grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box,pipe and joints corroded
  7. Fail108,283 miles (+1,521)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,283 miles
    Test number
    561896498288
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer driveshaft c.v boot damp with grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box,pipe and joints corroded
  8. Pass106,762 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    106,762 miles
    Test number
    960057727313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre pipe and box corroded
  9. Fail106,761 miles (+1,710)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,761 miles
    Test number
    487118952726
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55 r16 91w (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated outer sidewall worn (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 2.3mm - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 2.3mm - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre pipe and box corroded
  10. Pass105,051 miles (+2,132)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    105,051 miles
    Test number
    198754942933
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age cracking
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryMovement o/s steering arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  11. Pass102,919 miles (+1,803)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,919 miles
    Test number
    592754433404
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
  12. Pass101,116 miles (+2,410)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    101,116 miles
    Test number
    408731283330
    • AdvisoryAge cracking to suspension rubbers
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront headlights faded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f lower ball joint
  13. Pass98,706 miles (+1,832)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    738114715049
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBody sill covers fitted
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
  14. Pass96,874 miles (+2,468)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,874 miles
    Test number
    618315214061
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes age cracking
  15. Pass94,406 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,406 miles
    Test number
    435277713038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteSills covered
    • NoteSlight damage to nsf tyre wall
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  16. Fail94,406 miles (+2,289)4 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,406 miles
    Test number
    209237613014
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteSills covered
    • NoteSlight damage to nsf tyre wall
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  17. Pass92,117 miles (+2,533)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    92,117 miles
    Test number
    356709012018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSills covered
    • NoteSlight play in os steering arm
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteWater damage to front no.plate
    • NoteWet weather condtions
  18. Pass89,584 miles (+1,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    89,584 miles
    Test number
    487900321071
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  19. Pass87,709 miles (+2,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    87,709 miles
    Test number
    734230320028
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  20. Pass85,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,465 miles
    Test number
    531263319058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,465 miles (+3,657)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,465 miles
    Test number
    390303919081
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass81,808 miles (+4,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    81,808 miles
    Test number
    244205918058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Pass77,567 miles (+17,597)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,567 miles
    Test number
    104214107093
    • NoteBoth front outer cv boots perishing
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn heavily to edges of tread close to legal minimum
    • NoteSlight wear bto the front and rear brake discs
  24. Pass59,970 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    59,970 miles
    Test number
    203167206041
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 1.6mm worn to outer tread
    • NoteWear ridge to front and rear brake discs

Questions about X463 OBL

Does X463 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X463 OBL expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X463 OBL?
The MOT on X463 OBL expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X463 OBL done?
X463 OBL was recorded at 110,876 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2023, an average of 2,987 miles a year.
Has X463 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X463 OBL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X463 OBL 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 X463 OBL find?
X463 OBL failed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2023 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 9 more.

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