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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,671 cc

S41 DFCMOT history

S41 DFC is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 1 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2025 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 188,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2025
Mileage
188,418 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2024
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,671 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 DFC was last recorded at 188,418 miles on 12 Oct 2024, 21,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2007: 13,522 miles, lower than 135,222 miles on 31 May 2007.

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
167,368 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
21,050 miles
Average per year
4,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 188,418 miles
  • 2023 – 167,368 miles
  • 2022 – 163,786 miles
  • 2018 – 163,656 miles
  • 2017 – 158,695 miles
  • 2015 – 150,186 miles
  • 2014 – 145,894 miles
  • 2011 – 145,208 miles
  • 2009 – 142,351 miles
  • 2008 – 138,660 miles
  • 2007 – 13,522 miles
  • 2006 – 109,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,418 miles
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning center (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Hazard warning switch inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,418 miles (+21,050)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    188,418 miles
    Test number
    593933299208
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning center (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass167,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    167,368 miles
    Test number
    811435959799
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail167,368 miles (+3,582)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,368 miles
    Test number
    650137111487
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass163,786 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    163,786 miles
    Test number
    200929771308
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail163,767 miles (+111)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,767 miles
    Test number
    682089688915
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail163,656 miles (+4,961)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,656 miles
    Test number
    814580925945
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  7. Pass158,695 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    158,695 miles
    Test number
    789169032302
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose.

  8. Fail158,689 miles (+8,503)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,689 miles
    Test number
    958015836999
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket corroded away but system still supported.

  9. Pass150,186 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    150,186 miles
    Test number
    256241545428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail150,180 miles (+4,286)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,180 miles
    Test number
    319967225132
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass145,894 miles (+686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    145,894 miles
    Test number
    107112524467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass145,208 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    145,208 miles
    Test number
    905471001245
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteAll discs corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail145,208 miles (+2,857)2 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,208 miles
    Test number
    125924871122
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outter edge close to showing cords
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  14. Pass142,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    142,351 miles
    Test number
    490597219424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail142,351 miles (+3,691)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,351 miles
    Test number
    673103919399
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass138,660 miles (+125,138)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    138,660 miles
    Test number
    592385178275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,522 miles (-121,700)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,522 miles
    Test number
    202193457430
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail135,222 miles (+26,160)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,222 miles
    Test number
    484531257133
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass109,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    109,062 miles
    Test number
    241226166059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S41 DFC

Does S41 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S41 DFC expired on 11 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S41 DFC?
The MOT on S41 DFC expired on 11 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S41 DFC done?
S41 DFC was recorded at 188,418 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2024, an average of 4,266 miles a year.
Has S41 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 DFC has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S41 DFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S41 DFC find?
S41 DFC passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning center; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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