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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,781 cc

S40 AFTMOT history

S40 AFT is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 21 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 186,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2024.

S40 AFT blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2025
Mileage
186,167 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 AFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 AFT was last recorded at 186,167 miles on 26 Apr 2024, 9,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2012: 11,118 miles, lower than 104,216 miles on 22 Sept 2011.

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
176,829 miles · 22 May 2023
Between the last two tests
9,338 miles
Average per year
7,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 186,167 miles
  • 2023 – 176,829 miles
  • 2022 – 168,829 miles
  • 2021 – 162,701 miles
  • 2020 – 154,745 miles
  • 2019 – 150,588 miles
  • 2018 – 141,656 miles
  • 2017 – 135,526 miles
  • 2016 – 130,123 miles
  • 2015 – 124,711 miles
  • 2014 – 118,615 miles
  • 2012 – 111,202 miles
  • 2011 – 104,216 miles
  • 2010 – 90,497 miles
  • 2009 – 83,056 miles
  • 2008 – 75,111 miles
  • 2007 – 62,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,167 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides have play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,167 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    186,167 miles
    Test number
    248330898818
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail186,167 miles (+9,338)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,167 miles
    Test number
    884869050543
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass176,829 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    176,829 miles
    Test number
    997061153636
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail176,829 miles (+8,000)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,829 miles
    Test number
    813994163778
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass168,829 miles (+6,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    168,829 miles
    Test number
    517749743058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass162,701 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    162,701 miles
    Test number
    516974622912
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail162,701 miles (+7,956)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,701 miles
    Test number
    298869138741
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass154,745 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,745 miles
    Test number
    735227420121
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides have play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Fail154,744 miles (+4,156)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,744 miles
    Test number
    462327942391
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner and outer gaiters split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides have play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass150,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,588 miles
    Test number
    243072523534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail150,588 miles (+8,932)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,588 miles
    Test number
    565302015948
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass141,656 miles (+6,130)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,656 miles
    Test number
    436122625636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,526 miles (+5,403)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    135,526 miles
    Test number
    845700178714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,123 miles (+5,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    130,123 miles
    Test number
    505890191497
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  15. Pass124,711 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    124,711 miles
    Test number
    537163155187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,615 miles (+7,413)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    118,615 miles
    Test number
    618357304030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,202 miles (+100,084)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,202 miles
    Test number
    975406962239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail11,118 miles (-93,098)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,118 miles
    Test number
    466545262231
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass104,216 miles (+13,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,216 miles
    Test number
    688255661258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass90,497 miles (+7,441)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,497 miles
    Test number
    683961860212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteVehicle has covers fitted so unable to see some testable items
  21. Fail83,056 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,056 miles
    Test number
    580551529330
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  22. Pass83,056 miles (+7,945)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    83,056 miles
    Test number
    860531529397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,111 miles (+12,144)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,111 miles
    Test number
    701561298281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,967 miles
    Test number
    333365087215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,967 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,967 miles
    Test number
    604445187232
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about S40 AFT

Does S40 AFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 AFT expired on 21 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 AFT?
The MOT on S40 AFT expired on 21 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 AFT done?
S40 AFT was recorded at 186,167 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2024, an average of 7,449 miles a year.
Has S40 AFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 AFT has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 AFT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S40 AFT find?
S40 AFT passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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