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White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

K40 ESCMOT history

K40 ESC is a white diesel Audi A6 first used on 28 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 187,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

K40 ESC white Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
187,775 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
13,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 ESC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 ESC was last recorded at 187,775 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,772 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
13,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,775 miles
  • 2025 – 169,555 miles
  • 2024 – 161,877 miles
  • 2023 – 148,541 miles
  • 2022 – 131,225 miles
  • 2021 – 122,003 miles
  • 2020 – 107,646 miles
  • 2019 – 97,842 miles
  • 2018 – 87,734 miles
  • 2017 – 79,913 miles
  • 2016 – 69,303 miles
  • 2015 – 41,128 miles
  • 2014 – 22,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,775 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,775 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    187,775 miles
    Test number
    290906827689
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail187,772 miles (+18,217)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,772 miles
    Test number
    841621438719
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    169,555 miles
    Test number
    477946194290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail169,555 miles (+29)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,555 miles
    Test number
    142226068858
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail169,526 miles (+7,649)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,526 miles
    Test number
    502094062413
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass161,877 miles (+13,336)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    161,877 miles
    Test number
    872934902444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass148,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    148,541 miles
    Test number
    423531903455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail148,541 miles (+17,316)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,541 miles
    Test number
    830287727404
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass131,225 miles (+9,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    131,225 miles
    Test number
    234293632626
    • AdvisoryUnder covers Engine covers

  10. Pass122,003 miles (+14,357)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,003 miles
    Test number
    810668520617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,646 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,646 miles
    Test number
    643142936592
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail107,644 miles (+96)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,644 miles
    Test number
    465981512401
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshields not fully secure

  13. Pass107,548 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,548 miles
    Test number
    516849335783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail107,548 miles (+9,706)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,548 miles
    Test number
    870832785792
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass97,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,842 miles
    Test number
    260829479377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Fail97,840 miles (+10,106)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,840 miles
    Test number
    115946999193
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass87,734 miles (+7,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,734 miles
    Test number
    103102736065
    • AdvisoryO\s\r and n\s\f tyre worn on edges

  18. Pass79,913 miles (+10,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,913 miles
    Test number
    851503033310
    • AdvisoryO\s\f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

  19. Pass69,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,303 miles
    Test number
    824359299555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,303 miles (+7,169)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,303 miles
    Test number
    472611017807
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass62,134 miles (+21,006)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,134 miles
    Test number
    581398502201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,128 miles (+19,127)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,128 miles
    Test number
    199244865060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,001 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,001 miles
    Test number
    315769664096
    • NoteChild seat in rear

Questions about K40 ESC

Does K40 ESC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 ESC is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 ESC?
The MOT on K40 ESC is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 ESC done?
K40 ESC was recorded at 187,775 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 13,255 miles a year.
Has K40 ESC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 ESC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 ESC 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 K40 ESC find?
K40 ESC passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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