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Audi A4

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L21 FHSMOT history

L21 FHS is a red diesel Audi A4 first used on 17 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 264,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

L21 FHS red Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
264,392 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
17,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 FHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 FHS was last recorded at 264,392 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 21,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,718 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
21,674 miles
Average per year
17,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 264,392 miles
  • 2024 – 242,718 miles
  • 2023 – 211,558 miles
  • 2022 – 181,193 miles
  • 2021 – 157,194 miles
  • 2020 – 137,760 miles
  • 2019 – 123,961 miles
  • 2018 – 95,393 miles
  • 2017 – 72,700 miles
  • 2016 – 63,044 miles
  • 2015 – 45,322 miles
  • 2014 – 37,847 miles
  • 2013 – 28,717 miles
  • 2012 – 21,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,392 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play lift

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (noise)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play lift

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    264,392 miles
    Test number
    384474348049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail264,392 miles (+21,674)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,392 miles
    Test number
    987758893420
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass242,718 miles (+31,160)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    242,718 miles
    Test number
    140432982001
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass211,558 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    211,558 miles
    Test number
    413152170880
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  5. Fail211,558 miles (+30,365)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,558 miles
    Test number
    172797949506
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  6. Pass181,193 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    181,193 miles
    Test number
    509921590178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play lift (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (noise) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play lift (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail181,193 miles (+23,999)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,193 miles
    Test number
    246931120646
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play lift (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (noise) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play lift (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass157,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    157,194 miles
    Test number
    725112531001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,194 miles (+19,434)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,194 miles
    Test number
    836902463575
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass137,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,760 miles
    Test number
    966530990348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail137,760 miles (+13,799)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,760 miles
    Test number
    115467338958
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre sleeve /clamps loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass123,961 miles (+28,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    123,961 miles
    Test number
    784483215341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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))

  13. Pass95,393 miles (+22,693)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,393 miles
    Test number
    146598333196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,700 miles (+9,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,700 miles
    Test number
    756591574227
    • AdvisoryToo clean for exhaust print out

  15. Pass63,044 miles (+17,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,044 miles
    Test number
    139418509015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  16. Pass45,322 miles (+7,475)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,322 miles
    Test number
    478081055073
    • NoteEmissions too low to get a reading
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass37,847 miles (+9,130)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,847 miles
    Test number
    317705744042
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass28,717 miles (+6,993)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    28,717 miles
    Test number
    395815223084
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass21,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    21,724 miles
    Test number
    208874122053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 FHS

Does L21 FHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 FHS is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L21 FHS?
The MOT on L21 FHS is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 FHS done?
L21 FHS was recorded at 264,392 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 17,444 miles a year.
Has L21 FHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 FHS has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 FHS 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 L21 FHS find?
L21 FHS passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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