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Audi A8

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,967 cc

S40 ETSMOT history

S40 ETS is a blue diesel Audi A8 first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 276,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2023
Mileage
276,599 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ETS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ETS was last recorded at 276,599 miles on 4 Apr 2022, 2,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,362 miles · 8 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,237 miles
Average per year
13,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 276,599 miles
  • 2020 – 274,362 miles
  • 2019 – 270,453 miles
  • 2018 – 265,793 miles
  • 2017 – 263,126 miles
  • 2016 – 258,213 miles
  • 2015 – 248,242 miles
  • 2014 – 225,756 miles
  • 2012 – 191,721 miles
  • 2011 – 154,988 miles
  • 2010 – 131,995 miles
  • 2009 – 109,235 miles
  • 2008 – 94,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass276,599 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Both headlight lense deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass276,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    276,599 miles
    Test number
    210807359180
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail276,599 miles (+2,237)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,599 miles
    Test number
    273456660946
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass274,362 miles (+3,909)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    274,362 miles
    Test number
    268504596849
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass270,453 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    270,453 miles
    Test number
    137584981804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass265,793 miles (+2,667)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    265,793 miles
    Test number
    541313976546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass263,126 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    263,126 miles
    Test number
    104176723052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail263,085 miles (+4,872)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,085 miles
    Test number
    358217803645
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on tread edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low on outer tread - strong advise (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass258,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    258,213 miles
    Test number
    727772711098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass258,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    258,213 miles
    Test number
    237635600426
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lense deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail258,213 miles (+9,971)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,213 miles
    Test number
    382120112527
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lense deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass248,242 miles (+22,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    248,242 miles
    Test number
    345524485055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass225,756 miles (+78)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    225,756 miles
    Test number
    398306254051
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEml on

  13. Fail225,678 miles (+33,957)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,678 miles
    Test number
    736285254071
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEml on

  14. Pass191,721 miles (+15,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    191,721 miles
    Test number
    495903932408
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass176,034 miles (+21,046)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    176,034 miles
    Test number
    186396362413
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges (no cords visible)

  16. Pass154,988 miles (+22,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    154,988 miles
    Test number
    138400771058
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass131,995 miles (+22,760)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    131,995 miles
    Test number
    641744770039
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge (no cords visible)

  18. Pass109,235 miles (+14,460)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    109,235 miles
    Test number
    721688599124
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass94,775 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,775 miles
    Test number
    462911968295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre but no cords showing

Questions about S40 ETS

Does S40 ETS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 ETS expired on 3 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 ETS?
The MOT on S40 ETS expired on 3 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 ETS done?
S40 ETS was recorded at 276,599 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2022, an average of 13,425 miles a year.
Has S40 ETS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ETS has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S40 ETS 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 ETS find?
S40 ETS passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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