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Audi A6

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 2,771 cc

M830 RWLMOT history

M830 RWL is a green petrol Audi A6 first used on 19 Aug 1994. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 177,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
177,934 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M830 RWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,771 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
19 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M830 RWL was last recorded at 177,934 miles on 6 Dec 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jan 2010: 141,834 miles, lower than 181,634 miles on 5 Jan 2010.
  • 17 Mar 2021: 172,270 miles, lower than 173,366 miles on 23 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
177,923 miles · 27 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,934 miles
  • 2022 – 175,999 miles
  • 2021 – 172,270 miles
  • 2015 – 173,366 miles
  • 2014 – 169,658 miles
  • 2013 – 165,860 miles
  • 2012 – 157,710 miles
  • 2011 – 145,510 miles
  • 2010 – 141,834 miles
  • 2008 – 136,119 miles
  • 2007 – 128,655 miles
  • 2006 – 127,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    221901324165
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    603061228938
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read2 major2 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    933600182693
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass177,934 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    177,934 miles
    Test number
    269966314945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail177,923 miles (+1,924)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,923 miles
    Test number
    336769593069
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass175,999 miles (+3,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,999 miles
    Test number
    148789099407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass172,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    172,270 miles
    Test number
    718447565038
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Fail172,270 miles (-1,096)4 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,270 miles
    Test number
    285652340643
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  9. Pass173,366 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    173,366 miles
    Test number
    536443515161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brakes slightly uneven 26%
    • NoteFront windscreen wipers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake reading slightly low

  10. Fail173,366 miles (+3,708)2 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,366 miles
    Test number
    215961215420
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brakes slightly uneven 26%
    • NoteFront windscreen wipers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake reading slightly low

  11. Pass169,658 miles (+2)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    169,658 miles
    Test number
    925507504102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense missing
    • NoteOffside front to rear fuel pipe slightly corroded

  12. Fail169,656 miles (+3,796)10 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,656 miles
    Test number
    685980804105
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense missing
    • NoteOffside front to rear fuel pipe slightly corroded

  13. Pass165,860 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    165,860 miles
    Test number
    838940613048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense missing but not effecting its function
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisy but not rough to rotate

  14. Fail165,860 miles (+8,150)2 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,860 miles
    Test number
    175639103430
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense missing but not effecting its function
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisy but not rough to rotate

  15. Fail157,710 miles5 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,710 miles
    Test number
    117923412484
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel pipes coroded

  16. Pass157,710 miles (+12,200)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    157,710 miles
    Test number
    929533112049
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel pipes coroded

  17. Fail145,510 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,510 miles
    Test number
    125842711425
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass145,510 miles (+3,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    145,510 miles
    Test number
    866042511058
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass141,834 miles (-39,800)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    141,834 miles
    Test number
    972348710025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail181,634 miles (+45,515)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,634 miles
    Test number
    600275000086
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass136,119 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    136,119 miles
    Test number
    673802588137
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Fail135,946 miles (+7,291)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,946 miles
    Test number
    380328278184
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  23. Pass128,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    128,655 miles
    Test number
    694124167112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail128,655 miles (+1,372)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,655 miles
    Test number
    371150267156
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass127,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    127,283 miles
    Test number
    284465296495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M830 RWL

Does M830 RWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M830 RWL is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on M830 RWL?
The MOT on M830 RWL is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M830 RWL done?
M830 RWL was recorded at 177,934 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2023, an average of 2,912 miles a year.
Has M830 RWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M830 RWL has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on M830 RWL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Jan 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M830 RWL find?
M830 RWL passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 5 more.

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