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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X78 HGCMOT history

X78 HGC is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 4 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

X78 HGC blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2025
Mileage
135,085 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 HGC
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
4 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X78 HGC was last recorded at 135,085 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 2,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,010 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,075 miles
Average per year
4,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,085 miles
  • 2024 – 133,010 miles
  • 2023 – 130,349 miles
  • 2022 – 127,149 miles
  • 2021 – 124,991 miles
  • 2020 – 118,795 miles
  • 2019 – 115,331 miles
  • 2018 – 108,929 miles
  • 2017 – 105,746 miles
  • 2016 – 103,160 miles
  • 2015 – 100,669 miles
  • 2014 – 96,946 miles
  • 2013 – 89,979 miles
  • 2012 – 83,251 miles
  • 2011 – 70,465 miles
  • 2010 – 56,520 miles
  • 2008 – 48,449 miles
  • 2007 – 48,449 miles
  • 2006 – 43,470 miles
  • 2005 – 36,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,085 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail135,085 miles (+2,075)6 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,085 miles
    Test number
    291476985362
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass133,010 miles (+2,661)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,010 miles
    Test number
    855362770881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component from rack damp around gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,349 miles (+3,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,349 miles
    Test number
    412977282338
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,149 miles (+2,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    127,149 miles
    Test number
    983263296035
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,991 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,991 miles
    Test number
    399156603318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,795 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,795 miles
    Test number
    651980992467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,331 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    836182741644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,929 miles (+3,183)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,929 miles
    Test number
    696081282185
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass105,746 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,746 miles
    Test number
    444219737258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,160 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    103,160 miles
    Test number
    964269867878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,669 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,669 miles
    Test number
    219112206219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,946 miles (+185)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,946 miles
    Test number
    525744044269
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail96,761 miles (+6,782)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,761 miles
    Test number
    666735334281
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass89,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,979 miles
    Test number
    339153443214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,979 miles (+6,728)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,979 miles
    Test number
    528173943299
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass83,251 miles (+12,786)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,251 miles
    Test number
    656009022217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    70,465 miles
    Test number
    727325541248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,465 miles (+13,945)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,465 miles
    Test number
    548184141220
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass56,520 miles (+8,071)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,520 miles
    Test number
    181855440299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,449 miles
    Test number
    194997928222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,449 miles (+4,979)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,449 miles
    Test number
    104888527227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,470 miles (+6,497)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,470 miles
    Test number
    210672526287
    • NoteADVISE front tyres low
    • NoteADVISE rear exhaust mounting very rustey

  23. Pass36,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    36,973 miles
    Test number
    752902235274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X78 HGC

Does X78 HGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X78 HGC expired on 10 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X78 HGC?
The MOT on X78 HGC expired on 10 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X78 HGC done?
X78 HGC was recorded at 135,085 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 4,878 miles a year.
Has X78 HGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 HGC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X78 HGC 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 X78 HGC find?
X78 HGC failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 9 advisories: emissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 13 more.

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