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Audi A4

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,986 cc

S21 DTCMOT history

S21 DTC is a silver diesel Audi A4 first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

S21 DTC silver Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,120 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 DTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 DTC was last recorded at 103,120 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 1,776 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,344 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,776 miles
Average per year
3,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,120 miles
  • 2025 – 101,344 miles
  • 2024 – 99,657 miles
  • 2023 – 98,348 miles
  • 2022 – 96,573 miles
  • 2021 – 94,803 miles
  • 2020 – 92,694 miles
  • 2019 – 89,185 miles
  • 2018 – 86,531 miles
  • 2017 – 85,006 miles
  • 2016 – 83,362 miles
  • 2015 – 80,410 miles
  • 2014 – 76,993 miles
  • 2013 – 74,294 miles
  • 2012 – 70,459 miles
  • 2011 – 64,959 miles
  • 2010 – 60,576 miles
  • 2009 – 50,722 miles
  • 2008 – 39,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,120 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side windows (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess Bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front side windows

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,120 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,120 miles
    Test number
    301749698391
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess Bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,120 miles (+1,776)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,120 miles
    Test number
    460910401571
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake inadequately mounted Brake pad carrier bolt head snapped (1.1.21 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess Bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,344 miles (+1,687)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    101,344 miles
    Test number
    287484523258
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front side windows tinted (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass99,657 miles (+1,309)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,657 miles
    Test number
    333498960247
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass98,348 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,348 miles
    Test number
    475104157451
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail98,348 miles (+1,775)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,348 miles
    Test number
    647399847379
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass96,573 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,573 miles
    Test number
    389914175661
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail96,567 miles (+1,764)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,567 miles
    Test number
    469416562153
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both side windows (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass94,803 miles (+2,109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,803 miles
    Test number
    323702746316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,694 miles (+3,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,694 miles
    Test number
    665237804410
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy/rattle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass89,185 miles (+2,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,185 miles
    Test number
    378149941561
    • 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))

  12. Pass86,531 miles (+1,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,531 miles
    Test number
    290163255887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass85,006 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,006 miles
    Test number
    420177107243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,362 miles (+2,952)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,362 miles
    Test number
    745426430382
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  15. Pass80,410 miles (+3,417)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,410 miles
    Test number
    736231305169
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion on front cross member close to engine mount
    • NoteDriver seat belt slow to recoil
    • NoteEvidence that vehicle may have aftermarket xenon bulb conversion , headlamp washers are required for cars with xenon lights
    • NoteFront exhaust heat shield damaged/insecure
    • NoteOffsiderear tyre - tread low - 3mm

  16. Pass76,993 miles (+2,699)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,993 miles
    Test number
    995855214125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam patterns slightly distorted
    • NoteEngine noises around belts area
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated

  17. Pass74,294 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,294 miles
    Test number
    296020413476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail74,265 miles (+3,806)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    596156703176
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded + unevenly worn

  19. Pass70,459 miles (+5,500)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,459 miles
    Test number
    809274602118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass64,959 miles (+4,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,959 miles
    Test number
    896456811134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass60,576 miles (+9,854)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,576 miles
    Test number
    382687310172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread badly distorted
    • NoteO/s/f tyre side wall damaged

  22. Pass50,722 miles (+11,481)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,722 miles
    Test number
    241714409178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,241 miles
    Test number
    332331808159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 DTC

Does S21 DTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 DTC is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 DTC?
The MOT on S21 DTC is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 DTC done?
S21 DTC was recorded at 103,120 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 3,447 miles a year.
Has S21 DTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 DTC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 DTC 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 S21 DTC find?
S21 DTC passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both side windows; engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush worn, and 5 more.

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