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Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,172 cc

Y213 GNJMOT history

Y213 GNJ is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 27 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 133,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
133,254 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y213 GNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y213 GNJ was last recorded at 133,254 miles on 23 May 2025, 466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,788 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
466 miles
Average per year
3,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,254 miles
  • 2023 – 132,788 miles
  • 2022 – 130,058 miles
  • 2021 – 126,370 miles
  • 2020 – 122,621 miles
  • 2019 – 117,430 miles
  • 2018 – 114,394 miles
  • 2017 – 110,434 miles
  • 2016 – 106,822 miles
  • 2015 – 103,524 miles
  • 2014 – 98,297 miles
  • 2013 – 95,613 miles
  • 2012 – 94,279 miles
  • 2011 – 90,321 miles
  • 2010 – 86,664 miles
  • 2009 – 83,937 miles
  • 2008 – 79,156 miles
  • 2007 – 74,616 miles
  • 2006 – 71,034 miles
  • 2005 – 63,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,254 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamp

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive g/box tail shaft oil seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,254 miles (+466)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,254 miles
    Test number
    851194729558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,788 miles
    Test number
    824980209411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail132,788 miles (+2,730)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,788 miles
    Test number
    404134068921
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass130,058 miles (+3,688)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,058 miles
    Test number
    573708259066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in plastic trays or plastic coating. unable to carry out full inspection. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower bushes(front arms)bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush.advise replacement asap. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths beginning to get low,3.5mm. 245/45/18 96w

  5. Pass126,370 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    126,370 miles
    Test number
    276443575834
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths beginning to get low,4mm. 245/45/18 96w

  6. Fail126,370 miles (+3,749)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,370 miles
    Test number
    294616618032
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths beginning to get low,4mm. 245/45/18 96w

  7. Pass122,621 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,621 miles
    Test number
    208660241854
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamp (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box tail shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight binding to n/s/r brake

  8. Fail122,621 miles (+5,191)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,621 miles
    Test number
    371643032076
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamp (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.advise replacement asap (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box tail shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight binding to n/s/r brake

  9. Pass117,430 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,430 miles
    Test number
    493247304657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm,inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm,inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths beginning to get low,3.8mm. 245/45/zr18 96w

  10. Fail117,430 miles (+3,036)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,430 miles
    Test number
    189578812656
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm,inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm,inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths beginning to get low,3.8mm. 245/45/zr18 96w

  11. Pass114,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    979583082173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,394 miles (+3,960)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    894170298176
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45/zr18 96w (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass110,434 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,434 miles
    Test number
    208680359641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  14. Fail110,434 miles (+3,612)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,434 miles
    Test number
    320134043844
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass106,822 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,822 miles
    Test number
    904155259514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator bulb pale
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer small cv gaiter strap loose (re tightened )

  16. Fail106,822 miles (+3,298)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,822 miles
    Test number
    645856382625
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator bulb pale
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer small cv gaiter strap loose (re tightened )

  17. Fail103,524 miles1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,524 miles
    Test number
    188864465066
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/F door trim insecure
    • NoteSlight oil leak from oil cooler pipes

  18. Pass103,524 miles (+5,227)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,524 miles
    Test number
    609984265041
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/F door trim insecure
    • NoteSlight oil leak from oil cooler pipes

  19. Pass98,297 miles (+2,684)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,297 miles
    Test number
    425625184065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade split

  20. Pass95,613 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,613 miles
    Test number
    939205283014
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight damage to near side front tyre on outer sidewall.

  21. Fail95,595 miles (+1,316)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,595 miles
    Test number
    515775283025
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass94,279 miles (+3,958)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    94,279 miles
    Test number
    296327682009
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on inner edge

  23. Pass90,321 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,321 miles
    Test number
    217461481004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass86,664 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    86,664 miles
    Test number
    224827070059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail86,664 miles (+2,727)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,664 miles
    Test number
    870007370035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass83,937 miles (+4,781)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,937 miles
    Test number
    864199979033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,156 miles
    Test number
    254338078055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,156 miles (+4,540)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,156 miles
    Test number
    440962778085
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Fail74,616 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    224105567035
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  30. Pass74,616 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    734015367051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass71,034 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    71,034 miles
    Test number
    882778566274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail71,032 miles (+7,688)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,032 miles
    Test number
    370025266454
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  33. Pass63,344 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    63,344 miles
    Test number
    223426865280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail62,736 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,736 miles
    Test number
    364115945451
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Questions about Y213 GNJ

Does Y213 GNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y213 GNJ expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y213 GNJ?
The MOT on Y213 GNJ expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y213 GNJ done?
Y213 GNJ was recorded at 133,254 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 3,576 miles a year.
Has Y213 GNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y213 GNJ has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y213 GNJ 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 Y213 GNJ find?
Y213 GNJ passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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