Audi A4 Technik TDI

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

S40 DNYMOT history

S40 DNY is a black diesel Audi A4 Technik TDI first used on 6 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 142,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
142,030 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 DNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi A4 Technik TDI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 DNY was last recorded at 142,030 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 9,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,555 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,475 miles
Average per year
9,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,030 miles
  • 2024 – 132,555 miles
  • 2023 – 123,475 miles
  • 2022 – 113,312 miles
  • 2021 – 105,071 miles
  • 2020 – 100,721 miles
  • 2019 – 95,251 miles
  • 2018 – 86,810 miles
  • 2017 – 75,197 miles
  • 2016 – 61,644 miles
  • 2015 – 46,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,030 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Rear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,030 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    142,030 miles
    Test number
    332693294582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail142,030 miles (+9,475)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,030 miles
    Test number
    301173805189
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass132,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    132,555 miles
    Test number
    940196806124
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,555 miles (+9,080)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,555 miles
    Test number
    800140023477
    • MajorFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front Suspension arm pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,475 miles (+10,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,475 miles
    Test number
    648034773866
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arm rear bush's worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,312 miles
    Test number
    237624198215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,312 miles (+8,241)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,312 miles
    Test number
    289689838627
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass105,071 miles (+4,350)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,071 miles
    Test number
    554880611884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,721 miles (+5,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,721 miles
    Test number
    735116558849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass95,251 miles (+8,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,251 miles
    Test number
    546368982854
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  11. Pass86,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,810 miles
    Test number
    635408438483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail86,810 miles (+11,613)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,810 miles
    Test number
    695253230281
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass75,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,197 miles
    Test number
    250277019230
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted(limited belt check)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion o/s/r brake disc

  14. Fail75,197 miles (+13,553)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,197 miles
    Test number
    482682483247
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted(limited belt check)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion o/s/r brake disc

  15. Pass61,644 miles (+14,653)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,644 miles
    Test number
    245831916773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,991 miles
    Test number
    682509762021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 DNY

Does S40 DNY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 DNY is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S40 DNY?
The MOT on S40 DNY is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 DNY done?
S40 DNY was recorded at 142,030 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 9,495 miles a year.
Has S40 DNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 DNY has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 DNY 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 S40 DNY find?
S40 DNY passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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