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Audi S4

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,671 cc

S44 OEMMOT history

S44 OEM is a blue petrol Audi S4 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 160,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,699 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 OEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,671 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 OEM was last recorded at 160,699 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jan 2017: 135,042 miles, lower than 143,358 miles on 12 Jan 2016.

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
160,691 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,699 miles
  • 2025 – 159,229 miles
  • 2024 – 156,608 miles
  • 2023 – 155,372 miles
  • 2022 – 152,510 miles
  • 2021 – 149,460 miles
  • 2020 – 147,033 miles
  • 2019 – 143,754 miles
  • 2018 – 139,904 miles
  • 2017 – 135,045 miles
  • 2016 – 143,358 miles
  • 2015 – 143,325 miles
  • 2014 – 137,336 miles
  • 2013 – 132,245 miles
  • 2012 – 128,789 miles
  • 2011 – 121,264 miles
  • 2010 – 117,983 miles
  • 2008 – 116,057 miles
  • 2007 – 98,568 miles
  • 2006 – 86,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,699 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder side corrodedRecorded 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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts inner and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper right inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,699 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,699 miles
    Test number
    113243166230
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  2. Fail160,691 miles (+1,462)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,691 miles
    Test number
    989440940636
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  3. Pass159,229 miles (+2,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    159,229 miles
    Test number
    955599256728
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,608 miles (+1,236)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    156,608 miles
    Test number
    169327587451
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass155,372 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    155,372 miles
    Test number
    394091040213
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail155,372 miles (+2,862)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,372 miles
    Test number
    993983752139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass152,510 miles (+17)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    152,510 miles
    Test number
    837422964094
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts inner and outer (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper right inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple oil leaks front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules at rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper right inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail152,493 miles (+3,033)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,493 miles
    Test number
    615029294745
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts inner and outer (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper right inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple oil leaks front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules at rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper right inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,460 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,460 miles
    Test number
    647631867587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail149,458 miles (+2,425)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,458 miles
    Test number
    757852717832
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass147,033 miles (+3,279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,033 miles
    Test number
    389414540518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass143,754 miles (+3,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    143,754 miles
    Test number
    110976244635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass139,904 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    139,904 miles
    Test number
    441778615142
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Fail139,904 miles (+4,859)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,904 miles
    Test number
    268655525248
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass135,045 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    135,045 miles
    Test number
    220180110584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail135,042 miles (-8,316)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,042 miles
    Test number
    713622175154
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking Around filter area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  17. Pass143,358 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    143,358 miles
    Test number
    262156768221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail143,325 miles (+5,989)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,325 miles
    Test number
    682730756408
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass137,336 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    137,336 miles
    Test number
    179812404327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front fog lights are not working
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Fail137,336 miles (+5,091)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,336 miles
    Test number
    985912404390
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front fog lights are not working
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Fail132,245 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,245 miles
    Test number
    459908813429
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass132,245 miles (+3,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    132,245 miles
    Test number
    495678113473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass128,789 miles (+7,525)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    128,789 miles
    Test number
    478431812446
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteReverse light not working

  24. Pass121,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    121,264 miles
    Test number
    315667901385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail121,264 miles (+3,281)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,264 miles
    Test number
    849416501385
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  26. Pass117,983 miles (+1,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    117,983 miles
    Test number
    831560610376
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corroded

  27. Pass116,057 miles (+2,064)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    116,057 miles
    Test number
    271336428318
    • NoteOffside front tyre as sidewall damage

  28. Fail113,993 miles (+15,425)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,993 miles
    Test number
    742942528384
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass98,568 miles (+12,409)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    98,568 miles
    Test number
    334758297143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass86,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    86,159 miles
    Test number
    532652956148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 OEM

Does S44 OEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 OEM is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 OEM?
The MOT on S44 OEM is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 OEM done?
S44 OEM was recorded at 160,699 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 3,764 miles a year.
Has S44 OEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 OEM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S44 OEM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jan 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S44 OEM find?
S44 OEM passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: under side corroded.

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