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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

V27 DCSMOT history

V27 DCS is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 25 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 211,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

V27 DCS black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
211,647 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V27 DCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V27 DCS was last recorded at 211,647 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 10,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,241 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,406 miles
Average per year
9,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,647 miles
  • 2024 – 201,241 miles
  • 2023 – 191,349 miles
  • 2022 – 179,465 miles
  • 2021 – 170,204 miles
  • 2020 – 162,345 miles
  • 2019 – 145,716 miles
  • 2018 – 137,395 miles
  • 2017 – 131,428 miles
  • 2016 – 120,783 miles
  • 2015 – 107,681 miles
  • 2014 – 97,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,647 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • KNOCKING FROM OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Coolant level sightly low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,647 miles (+10,406)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    211,647 miles
    Test number
    468494880023
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass201,241 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    201,241 miles
    Test number
    831492781496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail201,149 miles (+9,800)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,149 miles
    Test number
    221811191107
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm & Canvas showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 50 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm & Canvas showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass191,349 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    191,349 miles
    Test number
    963861786057
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryKNOCKING FROM OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE!
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail191,335 miles (+11,870)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,335 miles
    Test number
    710222602293
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryKNOCKING FROM OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE!
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,465 miles (+9,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    179,465 miles
    Test number
    907074798715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/undertrays fitted

  7. Pass170,204 miles (+7,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    170,204 miles
    Test number
    653886251084
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass162,345 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    162,345 miles
    Test number
    165336607669
    • AdvisoryCoolant level sightly low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both Suspension top arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail162,344 miles (+16,628)3 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,344 miles
    Test number
    220727015460
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level sightly low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both Suspension top arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass145,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    145,716 miles
    Test number
    183735621615
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s/r plastic undertay

  11. Fail145,716 miles (+8,321)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,716 miles
    Test number
    214516380499
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryService lamp on
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s/r plastic undertay

  12. Pass137,395 miles (+5,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    137,395 miles
    Test number
    244456285750
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS AND SHIELDS NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

  13. Pass131,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    131,428 miles
    Test number
    804522545274
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on outer edges

  14. Fail131,428 miles (+10,645)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,428 miles
    Test number
    706283239811
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on outer edges

  15. Pass120,783 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    120,783 miles
    Test number
    527937959260
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly mis-shaped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly mis-shaped
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail120,783 miles (+13,102)1 failure1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,783 miles
    Test number
    464345598154
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly mis-shaped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly mis-shaped
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass107,681 miles (+9,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,681 miles
    Test number
    768586085025
    • 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)

  18. Pass97,690 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,690 miles
    Test number
    545163514138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about V27 DCS

Does V27 DCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V27 DCS is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V27 DCS?
The MOT on V27 DCS is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V27 DCS done?
V27 DCS was recorded at 211,647 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 9,828 miles a year.
Has V27 DCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V27 DCS has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V27 DCS 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 V27 DCS find?
V27 DCS passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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