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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

S40 RCHMOT history

S40 RCH is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 190,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2023.

S40 RCH black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2024
Mileage
190,341 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 RCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 RCH was last recorded at 190,341 miles on 9 Dec 2023, 8,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,750 miles · 2 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,591 miles
Average per year
8,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 190,341 miles
  • 2022 – 181,750 miles
  • 2020 – 163,625 miles
  • 2019 – 154,425 miles
  • 2018 – 146,530 miles
  • 2017 – 139,484 miles
  • 2016 – 125,227 miles
  • 2015 – 115,090 miles
  • 2014 – 110,717 miles
  • 2013 – 99,264 miles
  • 2012 – 89,686 miles
  • 2011 – 78,676 miles
  • 2010 – 67,449 miles
  • 2009 – 56,135 miles
  • 2008 – 47,687 miles
  • 2007 – 39,356 miles
  • 2006 – 32,394 miles
  • 2005 – 28,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,341 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    190,341 miles
    Test number
    690502953836
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail190,341 miles (+8,591)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,341 miles
    Test number
    700429105590
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,750 miles (+18,125)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    181,750 miles
    Test number
    521101177384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass163,625 miles (+9,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,625 miles
    Test number
    238454972752
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass154,425 miles (+7,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,425 miles
    Test number
    648680352712
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tires wearing on both inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass146,530 miles (+7,046)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    146,530 miles
    Test number
    236441464716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass139,484 miles (+14,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    139,484 miles
    Test number
    974683873700
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass125,227 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,227 miles
    Test number
    594573856145
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail125,227 miles (+10,137)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,227 miles
    Test number
    640229327205
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass115,090 miles (+4,373)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    115,090 miles
    Test number
    170385002046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass110,717 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    110,717 miles
    Test number
    598151314399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,171 miles (+10,907)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,171 miles
    Test number
    115820614352
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter missing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

  13. Pass99,264 miles (+9,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,264 miles
    Test number
    948163363252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail89,686 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,686 miles
    Test number
    575023792286
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass89,686 miles (+11,010)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,686 miles
    Test number
    609913092274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass78,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    818571221351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,674 miles (+11,225)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,674 miles
    Test number
    977091921342
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  18. Pass67,449 miles (+11,314)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,449 miles
    Test number
    132841430347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,135 miles (+8,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,135 miles
    Test number
    833795529313
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass47,687 miles (+8,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,687 miles
    Test number
    610094438331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass39,356 miles (+6,962)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,356 miles
    Test number
    183324317307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,394 miles (+4,314)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,394 miles
    Test number
    190957226348
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass28,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    28,080 miles
    Test number
    462598325330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 RCH

Does S40 RCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 RCH expired on 8 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 RCH?
The MOT on S40 RCH expired on 8 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 RCH done?
S40 RCH was recorded at 190,341 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2023, an average of 8,995 miles a year.
Has S40 RCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 RCH has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S40 RCH 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 RCH find?
S40 RCH passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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