Audi A4
Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc
L16 DLRMOT history
L16 DLR is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 14 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 113,579 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 16 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 113,579 mi
- At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 15 passed · 3 failed
- Per year
- 6,451 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L16 DLR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A4
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 14 Oct 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L16 DLR was last recorded at 113,579 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 113,579 miles · 14 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,451 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 113,579 miles
- 2025 – 103,884 miles
- 2024 – 94,861 miles
- 2023 – 87,157 miles
- 2022 – 80,215 miles
- 2021 – 76,332 miles
- 2020 – 74,627 miles
- 2019 – 70,075 miles
- 2018 – 65,131 miles
- 2017 – 58,392 miles
- 2016 – 52,788 miles
- 2015 – 46,049 miles
- 2014 – 43,145 miles
- 2013 – 34,324 miles
- 2012 – 26,289 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass113,579 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Under tray and sill covers fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Full MOT history
18 tests since 4 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass113,579 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 113,579 miles
- Test number
- 979271625242
- AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Fail113,579 miles (+9,695)2 dangerous3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,579 miles
- Test number
- 756713718669
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Pass103,884 miles (+9,023)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 103,884 miles
- Test number
- 645965159013
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass94,861 miles (+7,704)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 94,861 miles
- Test number
- 333111736329
- AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield slightly unsecure.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass87,157 miles (+6,942)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 87,157 miles
- Test number
- 732541869830
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbed on inner edge.
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass80,215 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 80,215 miles
- Test number
- 868132980166
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
Fail80,208 miles (+3,876)1 dangerous6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,208 miles
- Test number
- 707479768993
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
Pass76,332 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 76,332 miles
- Test number
- 186911512574
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Fail76,332 miles (+1,705)1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,332 miles
- Test number
- 266336337144
- MajorExhaust system insecure center pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Pass74,627 miles (+4,552)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 74,627 miles
- Test number
- 622651480211
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
Pass70,075 miles (+4,944)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 70,075 miles
- Test number
- 880425439397
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryExhaust clamp defective
Pass65,131 miles (+6,739)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 65,131 miles
- Test number
- 879793233801
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear undertray insecure
Pass58,392 miles (+5,604)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 58,392 miles
- Test number
- 602540460700
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,788 miles (+6,739)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 52,788 miles
- Test number
- 481329003611
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,049 miles (+2,904)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 46,049 miles
- Test number
- 748807505125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,145 miles (+8,821)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 43,145 miles
- Test number
- 625170084229
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,324 miles (+8,035)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 34,324 miles
- Test number
- 876632083210
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,289 miles2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 26,289 miles
- Test number
- 106928572260
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront registration plate cracked but not likely to be misread
- NoteLower chassis covers are fitted preventing full inspection of vehicle
- NoteLower engine cover is fitted preventing full inspection of vehicle
- NoteUpper engine cover is fitted preventing full inspection of vehicle
Questions about L16 DLR
- Does L16 DLR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 DLR is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L16 DLR?
- The MOT on L16 DLR is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L16 DLR done?
- L16 DLR was recorded at 113,579 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 6,451 miles a year.
- Has L16 DLR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L16 DLR has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on L16 DLR 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 L16 DLR find?
- L16 DLR passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside engine mounting damaged but not to excess; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.
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