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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X778 ELAMOT history

X778 ELA is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 11 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 86,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

X778 ELA blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
86,325 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X778 ELA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X778 ELA was last recorded at 86,325 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 776 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,549 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
776 miles
Average per year
2,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,325 miles
  • 2025 – 85,549 miles
  • 2024 – 84,839 miles
  • 2023 – 83,797 miles
  • 2022 – 82,660 miles
  • 2021 – 81,509 miles
  • 2020 – 80,523 miles
  • 2019 – 80,047 miles
  • 2018 – 78,421 miles
  • 2017 – 75,926 miles
  • 2016 – 73,846 miles
  • 2015 – 71,170 miles
  • 2014 – 66,733 miles
  • 2013 – 62,632 miles
  • 2012 – 59,339 miles
  • 2011 – 55,951 miles
  • 2010 – 53,199 miles
  • 2009 – 50,509 miles
  • 2008 – 46,763 miles
  • 2007 – 44,632 miles
  • 2006 – 40,747 miles
  • 2005 – 37,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,325 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy Flexi (8.1.1 (a))

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 Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,325 miles (+776)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    86,325 miles
    Test number
    103847782554
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy Flexi (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass85,549 miles (+710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,549 miles
    Test number
    611404718251
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass84,839 miles (+52)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,839 miles
    Test number
    578126775248
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,787 miles (+990)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    652447792545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed deeply perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed deeply perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades torn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,797 miles
    Test number
    298645238867
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail83,797 miles (+1,137)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,797 miles
    Test number
    616700278308
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass82,660 miles (+1,151)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,660 miles
    Test number
    758591585760
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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 Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Pass81,509 miles (+986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    365719369023
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,523 miles (+476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,523 miles
    Test number
    736455427120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,047 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,047 miles
    Test number
    808812621723
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail80,047 miles (+1,626)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,047 miles
    Test number
    818717379399
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,421 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,421 miles
    Test number
    599622443859
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail78,421 miles (+2,495)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,421 miles
    Test number
    956945542531
    • 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass75,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    734817179122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail75,926 miles (+2,080)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    458695986138
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass73,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    393893728965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail73,846 miles (+2,676)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    109761744786
    • FailureBraking system leaking brake fluid resevoir (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass71,170 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,170 miles
    Test number
    129926670745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail71,170 miles (+4,437)3 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,170 miles
    Test number
    649188709208
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail66,733 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,733 miles
    Test number
    229499974292
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  21. Pass66,733 miles (+4,101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,733 miles
    Test number
    467109174292
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  22. Pass62,632 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,632 miles
    Test number
    508531693275
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low

  23. Fail62,632 miles (+3,293)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,632 miles
    Test number
    815431693208
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low

  24. Pass59,339 miles (+3,388)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,339 miles
    Test number
    498720502393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass55,951 miles (+2,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,951 miles
    Test number
    255485501337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  26. Pass53,199 miles (+2,690)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,199 miles
    Test number
    790936200367
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low

  27. Pass50,509 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,509 miles
    Test number
    391099079283
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  28. Fail50,509 miles (+3,746)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,509 miles
    Test number
    202999179206
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  29. Pass46,763 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,763 miles
    Test number
    891552208367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,632 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,632 miles
    Test number
    763765307314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass40,747 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,747 miles
    Test number
    131485686226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass37,174 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,174 miles
    Test number
    701776105354
    • NoteNearside mirror cover is loose.

Questions about X778 ELA

Does X778 ELA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X778 ELA is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X778 ELA?
The MOT on X778 ELA is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X778 ELA done?
X778 ELA was recorded at 86,325 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,353 miles a year.
Has X778 ELA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 ELA has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X778 ELA 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 X778 ELA find?
X778 ELA passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front exhaust noisy flexi.

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