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Audi S4

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,163 cc

S4 VBUMOT history

S4 VBU is a blue petrol Audi S4 first used on 28 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 82,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

S4 VBU blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
82,315 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 VBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 VBU was last recorded at 82,315 miles on 27 May 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,291 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
3,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,315 miles
  • 2020 – 82,272 miles
  • 2019 – 76,850 miles
  • 2018 – 71,582 miles
  • 2017 – 67,968 miles
  • 2016 – 62,512 miles
  • 2015 – 55,166 miles
  • 2014 – 48,171 miles
  • 2013 – 44,215 miles
  • 2012 – 40,958 miles
  • 2011 – 38,482 miles
  • 2010 – 34,766 miles
  • 2009 – 32,091 miles
  • 2008 – 27,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,315 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral General underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,315 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    264465741689
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral General underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail82,315 miles (+24)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    281260429260
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral General underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail82,291 miles (+19)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,291 miles
    Test number
    876542593085
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near + perished (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail82,272 miles (+5,422)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,272 miles
    Test number
    564608862463
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    286014867637
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail76,850 miles (+5,268)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    333577280927
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,582 miles (+3,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,582 miles
    Test number
    207075849532
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Pass67,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    938325825498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,968 miles (+5,456)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    586484970436
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass62,512 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,512 miles
    Test number
    330735307885
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail62,511 miles (+7,345)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,511 miles
    Test number
    889326002134
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass55,166 miles (+6,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    175344765468
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass48,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,171 miles
    Test number
    998352464048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,171 miles (+3,956)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,171 miles
    Test number
    267892264039
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  15. Pass44,215 miles (+3,257)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,215 miles
    Test number
    846449953046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,958 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,958 miles
    Test number
    567795042050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,482 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,482 miles
    Test number
    516435951047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,766 miles
    Test number
    514497660020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,766 miles (+2,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,766 miles
    Test number
    782837460029
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass32,091 miles (+4,331)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,091 miles
    Test number
    502977889120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass27,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,760 miles
    Test number
    684599998119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 VBU

Does S4 VBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 VBU is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 VBU?
The MOT on S4 VBU is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 VBU done?
S4 VBU was recorded at 82,315 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,055 miles a year.
Has S4 VBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 VBU has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 VBU 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 VBU find?
S4 VBU passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central general underbody corrosion; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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