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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

V18 CDLMOT history

V18 CDL is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 11 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 188,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

V18 CDL grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
188,630 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 CDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 CDL was last recorded at 188,630 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 6,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,573 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,057 miles
Average per year
10,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,630 miles
  • 2025 – 182,573 miles
  • 2024 – 175,955 miles
  • 2022 – 166,428 miles
  • 2021 – 156,943 miles
  • 2020 – 142,426 miles
  • 2019 – 130,605 miles
  • 2018 – 116,662 miles
  • 2017 – 101,788 miles
  • 2016 – 85,715 miles
  • 2015 – 78,251 miles
  • 2014 – 69,435 miles
  • 2013 – 58,015 miles
  • 2012 – 47,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,630 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower and upper arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,630 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    188,630 miles
    Test number
    945027197163
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail188,630 miles (+6,057)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,630 miles
    Test number
    249704571708
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass182,573 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    182,573 miles
    Test number
    683574457139
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail182,533 miles (+6,578)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,533 miles
    Test number
    219822164430
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass175,955 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    175,955 miles
    Test number
    746847723648
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail175,954 miles (+9,526)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,954 miles
    Test number
    870923194179
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass166,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    166,428 miles
    Test number
    497478947351
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail166,428 miles (+9,485)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,428 miles
    Test number
    800303551487
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass156,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    156,943 miles
    Test number
    965086322452
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower and upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail156,943 miles (+14,517)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,943 miles
    Test number
    457146938216
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault front right sensor (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower and upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass142,426 miles (+11,821)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,426 miles
    Test number
    556105610971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,605 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    130,605 miles
    Test number
    460685398887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,560 miles (+13,898)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,560 miles
    Test number
    877831080312
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  14. Pass116,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    949828922863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,662 miles (+14,874)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    945003218963
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  16. Pass101,788 miles (+16,073)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    101,788 miles
    Test number
    934682829258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,715 miles (+7,464)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,715 miles
    Test number
    545611309798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,251 miles (+8,816)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    468907012252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,435 miles (+11,420)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,435 miles
    Test number
    939288694246
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges 245/40/ZR18 97W
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront brake pads close to legal limit
    • NoteX2 child seats fitted to rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts
  20. Pass58,015 miles (+10,164)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,015 miles
    Test number
    495225803457
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight noise when rotating nearside front wheel by hand
  21. Pass47,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,851 miles
    Test number
    306767772401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 CDL

Does V18 CDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 CDL is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 CDL?
The MOT on V18 CDL is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 CDL done?
V18 CDL was recorded at 188,630 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 10,600 miles a year.
Has V18 CDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 CDL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 CDL 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 V18 CDL find?
V18 CDL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened #2, and 4 more.

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