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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

K18 BSWMOT history

K18 BSW is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 27 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 185,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

K18 BSW grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
185,495 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 BSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 BSW was last recorded at 185,495 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 6,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,119 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,376 miles
Average per year
9,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,495 miles
  • 2025 – 179,119 miles
  • 2024 – 175,978 miles
  • 2023 – 161,942 miles
  • 2022 – 157,577 miles
  • 2021 – 141,704 miles
  • 2020 – 132,232 miles
  • 2019 – 122,729 miles
  • 2018 – 112,154 miles
  • 2017 – 100,438 miles
  • 2016 – 87,752 miles
  • 2015 – 77,006 miles
  • 2014 – 69,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,495 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,495 miles (+6,376)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    185,495 miles
    Test number
    710018971332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass179,119 miles (+3,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    179,119 miles
    Test number
    466184910188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass175,978 miles (+14,036)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    175,978 miles
    Test number
    978601311910
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and tread uneven (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass161,942 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    161,942 miles
    Test number
    255151620724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass157,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    157,577 miles
    Test number
    643166399546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail157,577 miles (+15,873)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,577 miles
    Test number
    549747911335
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,704 miles (+9,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    141,704 miles
    Test number
    789574723282
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass132,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    704181319727
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail132,232 miles (+9,503)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    733917719180
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass122,729 miles (+10,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,729 miles
    Test number
    718540237315
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass112,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    930422855231
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail112,154 miles (+11,716)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    715306371360
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass100,438 miles (+12,686)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,438 miles
    Test number
    874101376098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass87,752 miles (+10,746)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,752 miles
    Test number
    968829957740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,006 miles (+7,881)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,006 miles
    Test number
    418732575635
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  16. Pass69,125 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    479833674249
    • NoteSlight misting of oil on both front shocks

Questions about K18 BSW

Does K18 BSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 BSW is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 BSW?
The MOT on K18 BSW is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 BSW done?
K18 BSW was recorded at 185,495 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 9,695 miles a year.
Has K18 BSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 BSW has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on K18 BSW 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 K18 BSW find?
K18 BSW passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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