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Audi A4

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,976 cc

W18 RGWMOT history

W18 RGW is a grey petrol Audi A4 first used on 22 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 181,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

W18 RGW grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
181,436 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 RGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,976 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 RGW was last recorded at 181,436 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 8,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,868 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,568 miles
Average per year
7,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,436 miles
  • 2024 – 172,868 miles
  • 2023 – 161,414 miles
  • 2022 – 145,629 miles
  • 2021 – 145,243 miles
  • 2020 – 130,812 miles
  • 2019 – 117,193 miles
  • 2018 – 101,636 miles
  • 2017 – 88,540 miles
  • 2016 – 85,344 miles
  • 2013 – 82,011 miles
  • 2012 – 69,464 miles
  • 2011 – 58,829 miles
  • 2010 – 43,851 miles
  • 2009 – 40,324 miles
  • 2008 – 37,608 miles
  • 2007 – 33,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,436 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear suspension components

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,436 miles (+8,568)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    181,436 miles
    Test number
    216249834849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear suspension components

  2. Pass172,868 miles (+11,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    172,868 miles
    Test number
    394301347150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlightly oil leak from rear diff

  3. Pass161,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    161,414 miles
    Test number
    141266088004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail161,414 miles (+15,785)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,414 miles
    Test number
    321525591690
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass145,629 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,629 miles
    Test number
    944481179155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass145,243 miles (+14,431)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    145,243 miles
    Test number
    463736287222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,812 miles (+389)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    130,812 miles
    Test number
    930023185014
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  8. Fail130,423 miles (+13,230)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,423 miles
    Test number
    472350548349
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  9. Pass117,193 miles (+235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,193 miles
    Test number
    821482757235
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail116,958 miles (+15,322)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,958 miles
    Test number
    803106450025
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,636 miles (+376)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,636 miles
    Test number
    370058346448
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail101,260 miles (+12,720)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,260 miles
    Test number
    793995642774
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass88,540 miles (+3,196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,540 miles
    Test number
    392602129084
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (catalytic converter pipe) (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush has play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished due to age
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush has play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass85,344 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    737115628893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail85,343 miles (+3,332)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,343 miles
    Test number
    219486549376
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass82,011 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,011 miles
    Test number
    339870093226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine under tray missing
    • NoteRear antiroll bar slightly corroded.

  17. Fail82,011 miles (+12,547)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,011 miles
    Test number
    478900693219
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine under tray missing
    • NoteRear antiroll bar slightly corroded.

  18. Pass69,464 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,464 miles
    Test number
    948616682248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  19. Fail69,463 miles (+10,634)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,463 miles
    Test number
    108836582285
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  20. Pass58,829 miles (+14,978)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,829 miles
    Test number
    355066881103
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on

  21. Pass43,851 miles (+3,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,851 miles
    Test number
    114617820422
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass40,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,324 miles
    Test number
    104966529066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail40,324 miles (+2,716)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,324 miles
    Test number
    510846029049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass37,608 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,608 miles
    Test number
    593813128095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,914 miles
    Test number
    470142927048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W18 RGW

Does W18 RGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 RGW is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on W18 RGW?
The MOT on W18 RGW is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 RGW done?
W18 RGW was recorded at 181,436 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 7,827 miles a year.
Has W18 RGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 RGW has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on W18 RGW 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 W18 RGW find?
W18 RGW passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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