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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,163 cc

V8 RCWMOT history

V8 RCW is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 18 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2023.

V8 RCW blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2024
Mileage
94,313 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 RCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 RCW was last recorded at 94,313 miles on 2 Aug 2023, 1,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,099 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,214 miles
Average per year
3,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,313 miles
  • 2022 – 93,099 miles
  • 2021 – 92,846 miles
  • 2019 – 92,590 miles
  • 2018 – 92,348 miles
  • 2017 – 92,247 miles
  • 2015 – 91,253 miles
  • 2014 – 90,341 miles
  • 2013 – 86,463 miles
  • 2012 – 83,065 miles
  • 2010 – 70,437 miles
  • 2009 – 61,139 miles
  • 2008 – 48,236 miles
  • 2007 – 37,148 miles
  • 2006 – 27,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,313 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine cover, under trays and outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake discs distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,313 miles
    Test number
    843921307757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,313 miles (+1,214)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,313 miles
    Test number
    696925315866
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass93,099 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,099 miles
    Test number
    895662643629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,846 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    92,846 miles
    Test number
    720638868628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring some components.

  5. Fail92,845 miles (+255)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,845 miles
    Test number
    659332051477
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring some components.

  6. Pass92,590 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,590 miles
    Test number
    193470797906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,348 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,348 miles
    Test number
    993284193912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under trays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs distorted

  8. Fail92,348 miles (+101)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,348 miles
    Test number
    269219309836
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under trays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs distorted

  9. Pass92,247 miles (+994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,247 miles
    Test number
    568977120915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine under cover, underframe and outer sill covers fitted

  10. Pass91,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,253 miles
    Test number
    795127572472
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower engine covers fitted and sill panel and underfloor covers fitted

  11. Fail91,253 miles (+912)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,253 miles
    Test number
    512857499750
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower engine covers fitted and sill panel and underfloor covers fitted

  12. Pass90,341 miles (+3,878)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,341 miles
    Test number
    369051834391
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split.
    • NoteEngine oil on min.

  13. Pass86,463 miles (+3,398)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,463 miles
    Test number
    275526933390
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteService reminder on.

  14. Pass83,065 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    83,065 miles
    Test number
    198612652370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly worn inner edge. advise replace

  15. Fail83,060 miles (+12,623)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,060 miles
    Test number
    186068042311
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly worn inner edge. advise replace

  16. Pass70,437 miles (+9,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    70,437 miles
    Test number
    470983940457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass61,139 miles (+12,903)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,139 miles
    Test number
    334149129305
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly worn on edges.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low.
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s/r
    • NoteCoolant level was low.
    • NoteUnofficial label removed from swept area of windscreen.

  18. Pass48,236 miles (+11,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,236 miles
    Test number
    210377938349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass37,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,148 miles
    Test number
    360423387422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,148 miles (+9,835)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,148 miles
    Test number
    732153787254
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass27,313 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,313 miles
    Test number
    362728766230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about V8 RCW

Does V8 RCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 RCW expired on 1 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 RCW?
The MOT on V8 RCW expired on 1 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 RCW done?
V8 RCW was recorded at 94,313 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2023, an average of 3,976 miles a year.
Has V8 RCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 RCW has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V8 RCW 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 V8 RCW find?
V8 RCW passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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