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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,781 cc

S26 XEYMOT history

S26 XEY is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

S26 XEY black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Dec 2026
Mileage
132,345 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 XEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 XEY was last recorded at 132,345 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 6,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,345 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,000 miles
Average per year
6,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,345 miles
  • 2024 – 126,345 miles
  • 2023 – 118,526 miles
  • 2022 – 111,586 miles
  • 2021 – 104,689 miles
  • 2020 – 99,521 miles
  • 2019 – 89,776 miles
  • 2018 – 86,575 miles
  • 2016 – 77,741 miles
  • 2015 – 69,010 miles
  • 2014 – 60,672 miles
  • 2013 – 53,042 miles
  • 2012 – 45,218 miles
  • 2011 – 40,197 miles
  • 2010 – 32,184 miles
  • 2009 – 23,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,345 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward and rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward and rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,345 miles (+6,000)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    132,345 miles
    Test number
    121521524678
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward and rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward and rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,345 miles (+7,819)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,345 miles
    Test number
    617040030120
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front and rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front and rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,526 miles (+6,940)4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    388081804358
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower ball joints (x2) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both ball joints(x2) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides of vehicle on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top suspension arm inner bushes ,and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower inner sill/chassis leg corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top suspension inner bushes, and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive lower inner sill/chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively on both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass111,586 miles7 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    111,586 miles
    Test number
    448006321420
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Fail111,586 miles (+6,897)2 repaired7 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,586 miles
    Test number
    222031668198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass104,689 miles (+5,168)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,689 miles
    Test number
    232079804274
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass99,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,521 miles
    Test number
    620726058420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail99,520 miles (+9,744)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,520 miles
    Test number
    702602563160
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass89,776 miles (+3,201)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,776 miles
    Test number
    776504174946
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass86,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    86,575 miles
    Test number
    246490755673
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail86,575 miles (+8,834)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,575 miles
    Test number
    949486662228
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass77,741 miles (+8,731)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,741 miles
    Test number
    262579496376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass69,010 miles (+8,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,010 miles
    Test number
    955698222789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers prevent full examination of some components

  14. Pass60,672 miles (+7,630)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,672 miles
    Test number
    658921724240
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass53,042 miles (+7,824)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    737958013230
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass45,218 miles (+5,021)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,218 miles
    Test number
    709140722211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    649968021300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,197 miles (+8,013)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    858598021349
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass32,184 miles (+8,264)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,184 miles
    Test number
    810508520333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHigh level brake light has been disconnected.

  20. Pass23,920 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,920 miles
    Test number
    193651129324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant level low.

  21. Fail23,920 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,920 miles
    Test number
    380821629319
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant level low.

Questions about S26 XEY

Does S26 XEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 XEY is valid until 26 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S26 XEY?
The MOT on S26 XEY is valid until 26 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 XEY done?
S26 XEY was recorded at 132,345 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 6,743 miles a year.
Has S26 XEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 XEY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S26 XEY 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 S26 XEY find?
S26 XEY passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward and rear arms; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward and rear arms; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside, and 5 more.

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