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Audi A1

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

K26 DCWMOT history

K26 DCW is a silver diesel Audi A1 first used on 18 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 131,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

K26 DCW silver Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,991 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,921 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K26 DCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K26 DCW was last recorded at 131,991 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 6,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,146 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,845 miles
Average per year
8,921 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,991 miles
  • 2025 – 125,146 miles
  • 2024 – 116,233 miles
  • 2023 – 107,538 miles
  • 2022 – 97,708 miles
  • 2021 – 96,648 miles
  • 2020 – 76,844 miles
  • 2019 – 69,325 miles
  • 2018 – 57,644 miles
  • 2017 – 51,401 miles
  • 2016 – 42,493 miles
  • 2015 – 35,056 miles
  • 2014 – 20,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,991 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,991 miles (+6,845)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,991 miles
    Test number
    329540266429
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,146 miles (+8,913)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    125,146 miles
    Test number
    362708224925
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,233 miles (+8,695)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,233 miles
    Test number
    806927006406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,538 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    107,538 miles
    Test number
    262934215475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,510 miles (+9,802)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,510 miles
    Test number
    678221604578
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass97,708 miles (+1,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    97,708 miles
    Test number
    709142601718
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass96,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    459701812670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Fail96,648 miles (+19,804)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    586336799275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Pass76,844 miles (+7,519)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    76,844 miles
    Test number
    499043729382
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass69,325 miles (+11,681)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,325 miles
    Test number
    572958092874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,644 miles (+6,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    57,644 miles
    Test number
    657893335481
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted, obscuring some components from view
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass51,401 miles (+8,908)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,401 miles
    Test number
    581220640367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,493 miles (+7,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    42,493 miles
    Test number
    465804629073
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryO/s front inner drive boot slightly damp

  14. Pass35,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,056 miles
    Test number
    671530506511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,056 miles (+4,668)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,056 miles
    Test number
    283253569164
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass30,388 miles (+9,581)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,388 miles
    Test number
    396375075036
    • NoteEmmissions too clean to record
    • NoteThorn found in sidewall of nearside front tyre

  17. Fail20,807 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,807 miles
    Test number
    128716474099
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass20,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,807 miles
    Test number
    205746674087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K26 DCW

Does K26 DCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K26 DCW is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K26 DCW?
The MOT on K26 DCW is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K26 DCW done?
K26 DCW was recorded at 131,991 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 8,921 miles a year.
Has K26 DCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K26 DCW has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on K26 DCW 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 K26 DCW find?
K26 DCW passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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