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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,995 cc

S40 HWLMOT history

S40 HWL is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 16 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 174,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

S40 HWL black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
174,654 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 HWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 HWL was last recorded at 174,654 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 94 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,560 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
94 miles
Average per year
10,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,654 miles
  • 2025 – 168,783 miles
  • 2024 – 157,772 miles
  • 2023 – 140,767 miles
  • 2022 – 131,835 miles
  • 2021 – 128,266 miles
  • 2020 – 125,292 miles
  • 2019 – 118,841 miles
  • 2018 – 112,807 miles
  • 2017 – 107,328 miles
  • 2016 – 102,602 miles
  • 2015 – 95,952 miles
  • 2014 – 74,961 miles
  • 2013 – 49,132 miles
  • 2012 – 27,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,654 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,654 miles (+94)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    174,654 miles
    Test number
    875322860342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail174,560 miles (+5,777)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,560 miles
    Test number
    853913301067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35zr19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm {arched one} (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass168,783 miles (+11,011)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    168,783 miles
    Test number
    312388594805
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,772 miles (+17,005)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,772 miles
    Test number
    549552761592
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,767 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,767 miles
    Test number
    710764937831
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,767 miles (+8,932)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,767 miles
    Test number
    539450127961
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,835 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,835 miles
    Test number
    790569378358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,833 miles (+3,567)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,833 miles
    Test number
    130176143983
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass128,266 miles (+2,974)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    748328255675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,292 miles
    Test number
    197629349444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,292 miles (+6,451)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,292 miles
    Test number
    179554958234
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass118,841 miles (+6,034)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,841 miles
    Test number
    206925141794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,807 miles (+5,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,807 miles
    Test number
    930915820407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,328 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,328 miles
    Test number
    745722677447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,602 miles
    Test number
    786574715039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,602 miles (+6,650)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,602 miles
    Test number
    518136430737
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  17. Pass95,952 miles (+20,991)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,952 miles
    Test number
    945367595074
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass74,961 miles (+25,829)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,961 miles
    Test number
    378573754188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,132 miles (+22,003)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,132 miles
    Test number
    595261253112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,129 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,129 miles
    Test number
    697375262117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,128 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,128 miles
    Test number
    678947742187
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S40 HWL

Does S40 HWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 HWL is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 HWL?
The MOT on S40 HWL is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 HWL done?
S40 HWL was recorded at 174,654 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 10,723 miles a year.
Has S40 HWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 HWL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 HWL 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 HWL find?
S40 HWL passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by spring mount, and 2 more.

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