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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

S30 NRGMOT history

S30 NRG is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

S30 NRG black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
104,055 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,780 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 NRG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 NRG was last recorded at 104,055 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 6,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Dec 2023: 92,701 miles, lower than 100,051 miles on 5 Dec 2022.

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
97,872 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,183 miles
Average per year
5,780 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,055 miles
  • 2025 – 97,872 miles
  • 2024 – 93,927 miles
  • 2023 – 92,732 miles
  • 2022 – 100,051 miles
  • 2021 – 78,613 miles
  • 2020 – 71,564 miles
  • 2019 – 63,935 miles
  • 2018 – 62,705 miles
  • 2017 – 60,680 miles
  • 2016 – 50,075 miles
  • 2015 – 39,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,055 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front backing plate loose rattles ok for now
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEmission too low for test
  • AdvisoryUnable to see all components in engine bay due to covers
  • AdvisoryUnable to see all components on underside due to covers

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,055 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    104,055 miles
    Test number
    893433448846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front backing plate loose rattles ok for now
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmission too low for test
    • AdvisoryUnable to see all components in engine bay due to covers
    • AdvisoryUnable to see all components on underside due to covers

  2. Fail104,055 miles (+6,183)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,055 miles
    Test number
    562657736887
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front backing plate loose rattles ok for now
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmission too low for test
    • AdvisoryUnable to see all components in engine bay due to covers
    • AdvisoryUnable to see all components on underside due to covers

  3. Pass97,872 miles (+3,945)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,872 miles
    Test number
    958377223057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test most underside due to covers
    • AdvisoryUnable to test most upper engine area due to covers

  4. Pass93,927 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,927 miles
    Test number
    793098538097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,732 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,732 miles
    Test number
    449889633763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail92,701 miles (-7,350)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,701 miles
    Test number
    738213665791
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,051 miles (+21,438)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,051 miles
    Test number
    967994621005
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass78,613 miles (+7,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    864223199765
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass71,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,564 miles
    Test number
    962135277725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,564 miles (+7,629)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,564 miles
    Test number
    401737254755
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass63,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,935 miles
    Test number
    479578962805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,930 miles (+1,225)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,930 miles
    Test number
    467248047767
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass62,705 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,705 miles
    Test number
    873189284857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,680 miles (+538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,680 miles
    Test number
    248639466686
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing thin inner edge

  15. Fail60,142 miles (+10,067)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,142 miles
    Test number
    151126912693
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides 255/35/19 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront slight smear wipers

  16. Pass50,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,075 miles
    Test number
    869332329636
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail50,075 miles (+10,973)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,075 miles
    Test number
    943619181147
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,102 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,102 miles
    Test number
    338366925188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,047 miles
    Test number
    776701405122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 NRG

Does S30 NRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 NRG is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 NRG?
The MOT on S30 NRG is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 NRG done?
S30 NRG was recorded at 104,055 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 5,780 miles a year.
Has S30 NRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 NRG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S30 NRG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Dec 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S30 NRG find?
S30 NRG passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front backing plate loose rattles ok for now, and 5 more.

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