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Audi A8

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,697 cc

Y1 SPJMOT history

Y1 SPJ is a blue petrol Audi A8 first used on 11 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 64,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
64,623 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y1 SPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,697 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y1 SPJ was last recorded at 64,623 miles on 14 Dec 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,613 miles · 1 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 64,623 miles
  • 2021 – 61,299 miles
  • 2020 – 54,473 miles
  • 2019 – 49,202 miles
  • 2018 – 48,076 miles
  • 2017 – 47,003 miles
  • 2016 – 45,366 miles
  • 2015 – 42,762 miles
  • 2014 – 40,296 miles
  • 2013 – 38,689 miles
  • 2012 – 37,178 miles
  • 2011 – 36,422 miles
  • 2010 – 35,892 miles
  • 2009 – 34,804 miles
  • 2008 – 33,733 miles
  • 2007 – 33,271 miles
  • 2006 – 31,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,623 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear outer surface (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted obscuring some testable componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Under trays fitted rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,623 miles (+10)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    132605592498
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear outer surface (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

  2. Fail64,613 miles (+3,314)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,613 miles
    Test number
    479115061132
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear outer surface (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

  3. Pass61,299 miles (+6,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    61,299 miles
    Test number
    539843423377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass54,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,473 miles
    Test number
    740326672511
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted rear

  5. Fail54,473 miles (+5,271)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,473 miles
    Test number
    391694716457
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted rear

  6. Pass49,202 miles (+1,126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,202 miles
    Test number
    571952097911
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass48,076 miles (+1,073)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,076 miles
    Test number
    323702209600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,003 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,003 miles
    Test number
    815829706680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,366 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,366 miles
    Test number
    307138511539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    42,762 miles
    Test number
    644542467936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail42,762 miles (+2,466)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,762 miles
    Test number
    409805690276
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass40,296 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,296 miles
    Test number
    777340794275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,193 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    367791774162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail40,193 miles (+1,504)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    137768864132
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass38,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    38,689 miles
    Test number
    335731983208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,689 miles (+1,511)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,689 miles
    Test number
    976646573261
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front dicc corroded
    • NoteEngine management light is on

  17. Pass37,178 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,178 miles
    Test number
    128404082258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,422 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,422 miles
    Test number
    787991701399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,892 miles (+1,088)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,892 miles
    Test number
    653076510319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,804 miles (+1,071)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    882806909307
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light is on
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate

  21. Pass33,733 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,733 miles
    Test number
    134682268118
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Fail33,733 miles (+462)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,733 miles
    Test number
    680661468124
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass33,271 miles (+1,467)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    33,271 miles
    Test number
    344676477170
    • NoteCannot complete test due to child seats fitted cannot check rear seat belts

  24. Pass31,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,804 miles
    Test number
    982539796114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y1 SPJ

Does Y1 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y1 SPJ expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y1 SPJ?
The MOT on Y1 SPJ expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y1 SPJ done?
Y1 SPJ was recorded at 64,623 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2022, an average of 2,000 miles a year.
Has Y1 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y1 SPJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y1 SPJ 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 Y1 SPJ find?
Y1 SPJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front upper track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear oil leak, but not excessive diff, and 5 more.

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