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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L40 SKBMOT history

L40 SKB is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 31 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

L40 SKB black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,455 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SKB was last recorded at 105,455 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 7,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,614 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,841 miles
Average per year
8,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,455 miles
  • 2025 – 97,614 miles
  • 2024 – 88,650 miles
  • 2023 – 81,294 miles
  • 2022 – 73,897 miles
  • 2021 – 64,585 miles
  • 2020 – 56,259 miles
  • 2019 – 46,229 miles
  • 2018 – 39,776 miles
  • 2017 – 30,231 miles
  • 2016 – 24,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,455 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAlternator bearings noisy

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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,455 miles
    Test number
    497395140927
    • AdvisoryAlternator bearings noisy

  2. Fail105,455 miles (+7,841)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,455 miles
    Test number
    335621572433
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAlternator bearings noisy

  3. Pass97,614 miles (+8,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,614 miles
    Test number
    134816705566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just legal (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,650 miles (+7,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,650 miles
    Test number
    366096601513
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass81,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,294 miles
    Test number
    888022501394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,294 miles (+7,397)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,294 miles
    Test number
    108015083017
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,897 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,897 miles
    Test number
    754098489134
    • AdvisoryOil temperature bypassed,no dipstick
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail73,896 miles (+9,311)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,896 miles
    Test number
    282181335234
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil temperature bypassed,no dipstick
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass64,585 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,585 miles
    Test number
    831690647547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail64,577 miles (+8,318)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,577 miles
    Test number
    500591378167
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,259 miles
    Test number
    263200038770
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre feathering on edges

  12. Fail56,250 miles (+10,021)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,250 miles
    Test number
    504784892856
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre feathering on edges

  13. Pass46,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    46,229 miles
    Test number
    531046658866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,223 miles (+6,447)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,223 miles
    Test number
    137008224957
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass39,776 miles (+9,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,776 miles
    Test number
    508783095144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge <3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass30,231 miles (+5,566)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    30,231 miles
    Test number
    609532522363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,665 miles
    Test number
    113288268854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 SKB

Does L40 SKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SKB is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SKB?
The MOT on L40 SKB is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 SKB done?
L40 SKB was recorded at 105,455 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 8,058 miles a year.
Has L40 SKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SKB has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 SKB 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 L40 SKB find?
L40 SKB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: alternator bearings noisy.

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