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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,163 cc

S4 XLPMOT history

S4 XLP is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 86,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

S4 XLP blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
86,012 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 XLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S4 XLP was last recorded at 86,012 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 1,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Sept 2025: 84,194 miles, lower than 85,750 miles on 18 Sept 2024.

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
84,222 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1,790 miles
Average per year
3,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,012 miles
  • 2025 – 84,222 miles
  • 2024 – 85,750 miles
  • 2023 – 80,187 miles
  • 2021 – 80,078 miles
  • 2020 – 79,438 miles
  • 2017 – 78,789 miles
  • 2016 – 76,995 miles
  • 2015 – 74,242 miles
  • 2014 – 69,147 miles
  • 2013 – 63,896 miles
  • 2012 – 59,152 miles
  • 2011 – 45,327 miles
  • 2010 – 38,353 miles
  • 2009 – 30,296 miles
  • 2008 – 21,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,012 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,012 miles (+1,790)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,012 miles
    Test number
    255751981690
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass84,222 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,222 miles
    Test number
    584887102087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,194 miles (-1,556)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,194 miles
    Test number
    828303306555
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass85,750 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    785460526076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,713 miles (+5,526)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,713 miles
    Test number
    631482299408
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,187 miles (+109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,187 miles
    Test number
    614158247925
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,078 miles (+640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,078 miles
    Test number
    777623940612
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    436450752019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,438 miles (+649)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    866643315589
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass78,789 miles (+1,794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,789 miles
    Test number
    100471745751
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  11. Pass76,995 miles (+2,753)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,995 miles
    Test number
    606055766652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,242 miles (+5,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,242 miles
    Test number
    940642991226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

  13. Pass69,147 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,147 miles
    Test number
    265156374218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

  14. Fail69,147 miles (+5,251)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,147 miles
    Test number
    345216974436
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass63,896 miles (+4,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,896 miles
    Test number
    598477373247
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass59,152 miles (+13,825)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    59,152 miles
    Test number
    546864862272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,327 miles (+6,974)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,327 miles
    Test number
    839791591020
    • NoteSlight play in both the front lower front track-control arms

  18. Pass38,353 miles (+8,057)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,353 miles
    Test number
    370335400144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,296 miles (+8,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,296 miles
    Test number
    623677679090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass21,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,893 miles
    Test number
    670186168003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S4 XLP

Does S4 XLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 XLP is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S4 XLP?
The MOT on S4 XLP is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 XLP done?
S4 XLP was recorded at 86,012 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,447 miles a year.
Has S4 XLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 XLP has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 XLP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Sept 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S4 XLP find?
S4 XLP failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front road wheel fixing missing; offside front road wheel fixing missing; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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