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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,986 cc

S4 BYEMOT history

S4 BYE is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 17 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 219,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

S4 BYE black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
219,729 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 BYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 BYE was last recorded at 219,729 miles on 29 May 2024, 996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,733 miles · 6 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
996 miles
Average per year
8,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,729 miles
  • 2023 – 218,733 miles
  • 2021 – 217,120 miles
  • 2020 – 214,529 miles
  • 2019 – 212,225 miles
  • 2018 – 205,685 miles
  • 2017 – 198,592 miles
  • 2016 – 192,793 miles
  • 2015 – 183,588 miles
  • 2014 – 169,558 miles
  • 2013 – 149,027 miles
  • 2012 – 134,730 miles
  • 2011 – 119,986 miles
  • 2010 – 105,409 miles
  • 2009 – 95,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade defective

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    605665462321
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade defective

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    822752789349
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade defective

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    546655623437
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass219,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    219,729 miles
    Test number
    273767131456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail219,729 miles (+996)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,729 miles
    Test number
    950118263335
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure bracket (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass218,733 miles (+1,613)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    218,733 miles
    Test number
    586367510634
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess bracket corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass217,120 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    217,120 miles
    Test number
    732349922858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm shocker mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm shocker mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail217,120 miles (+2,591)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,120 miles
    Test number
    590585371867
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm shocker mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm shocker mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass214,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    214,529 miles
    Test number
    161095857055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail214,529 miles (+2,304)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,529 miles
    Test number
    853504905623
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass212,225 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    212,225 miles
    Test number
    279617386360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Fail212,225 miles (+6,540)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,225 miles
    Test number
    605264776236
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass205,685 miles (+7,093)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    205,685 miles
    Test number
    250320659886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass198,592 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    198,592 miles
    Test number
    137889912910
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tailgate wiper blade rubber split

  15. Fail198,579 miles (+5,786)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,579 miles
    Test number
    554940785373
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tailgate wiper blade rubber split

  16. Pass192,793 miles (+9,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    192,793 miles
    Test number
    654713154006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass183,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    183,588 miles
    Test number
    749580445185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail183,588 miles (+14,030)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,588 miles
    Test number
    185110045184
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  19. Pass169,558 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    169,558 miles
    Test number
    378009444171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail169,449 miles (+20,422)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,449 miles
    Test number
    916933744112
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass149,027 miles (+14,297)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    149,027 miles
    Test number
    278751643186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass134,730 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    134,730 miles
    Test number
    407763042148
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Fail134,730 miles (+14,744)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,730 miles
    Test number
    828103542119
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Pass119,986 miles (+14,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    119,986 miles
    Test number
    538785741183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass105,409 miles (+10,215)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    105,409 miles
    Test number
    120916740103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass95,194 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,194 miles
    Test number
    790147749170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail95,194 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,194 miles
    Test number
    150586449187
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S4 BYE

Does S4 BYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 BYE is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 BYE?
The MOT on S4 BYE is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 BYE done?
S4 BYE was recorded at 219,729 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 8,297 miles a year.
Has S4 BYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 BYE has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 BYE 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 S4 BYE find?
S4 BYE passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 8 advisories: front lower engine mounting damaged but not to excess; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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