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Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 4,172 cc

X741 NBWMOT history

X741 NBW is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 155,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2025
Mileage
155,318 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X741 NBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X741 NBW was last recorded at 155,318 miles on 20 Apr 2024, 2,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,191 miles · 18 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,127 miles
Average per year
5,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,318 miles
  • 2023 – 153,191 miles
  • 2019 – 150,593 miles
  • 2018 – 145,544 miles
  • 2017 – 139,990 miles
  • 2016 – 132,803 miles
  • 2014 – 126,386 miles
  • 2010 – 122,834 miles
  • 2009 – 106,165 miles
  • 2008 – 92,875 miles
  • 2007 – 75,472 miles
  • 2006 – 62,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,318 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 Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,318 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    155,318 miles
    Test number
    602020724582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,191 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,191 miles
    Test number
    518428034393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass150,593 miles (+5,049)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,593 miles
    Test number
    408371017812
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered In grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass145,544 miles (+5,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,544 miles
    Test number
    947126692831
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass139,990 miles (+7,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    139,990 miles
    Test number
    424689453867
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  6. Pass132,803 miles (+6,417)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    132,803 miles
    Test number
    481640461338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,386 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    126,386 miles
    Test number
    326628824128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail126,386 miles (+3,552)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,386 miles
    Test number
    786987724183
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass122,834 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    122,834 miles
    Test number
    353192900367
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail122,728 miles (+16,563)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,728 miles
    Test number
    520080700318
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass106,165 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    106,165 miles
    Test number
    754461189254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail106,165 miles (+13,290)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,165 miles
    Test number
    643438079219
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  13. Pass92,875 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    92,875 miles
    Test number
    591631398182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,873 miles (+17,401)6 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,873 miles
    Test number
    111329488188
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass75,472 miles (+13,038)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    75,472 miles
    Test number
    500521507232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,434 miles
    Test number
    222215526137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X741 NBW

Does X741 NBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X741 NBW expired on 19 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X741 NBW?
The MOT on X741 NBW expired on 19 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X741 NBW done?
X741 NBW was recorded at 155,318 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2024, an average of 5,172 miles a year.
Has X741 NBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X741 NBW has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2014.
Has the mileage on X741 NBW 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 X741 NBW find?
X741 NBW passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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