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2011 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · VU61 HBK

VU61 HBK

2011 Audi A4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 124,467 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A4
Year / Origin
2011 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
Recorded Mileage
124,467 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1984cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2011 Audi A4 demonstrates an exceptionally clean recent roadworthiness status, anchored by a clear pass issued on June 13, 2025, at 121,951 miles with zero recorded defects. The maintenance trend reflects an improving and well-managed mechanical state, particularly when contrasting the current clean certificates against the anomalous failure recorded on October 26, 2023, at 114,777 miles which was successfully rectified the following day. Previous tests from October 2022 at 109,313 miles, October 2023 at 114,802 miles, and October 2024 at 119,014 miles all passed without a single advisory notice, marking an unusual absence of recurring wear items or neglected maintenance flags typically seen on vehicles of this age. The recorded mileage sits at 121,951 miles over roughly fifteen years, translating to an annual average of about 8,130 miles which aligns with typical UK driving patterns for a diesel or petrol saloon of this class. Mileage accumulation remains remarkably consistent across the historical timeline, showing steady progression without prolonged periods of inactivity or excessive high-mileage fleet usage. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the vehicle covered 5,489 miles, followed by 4,212 miles up to October 2024, and a further 2,937 miles leading to the June 2025 test. This steady downward taper in annual mileage suggests the previous owner used the car more sparingly in its later years. Even though the historical record contains no formal advisories, a physical inspection must still scrutinize high-wear chassis components common to the B8 platform, including front suspension control arm bushes, multi-link joints, and wheel bearings that frequently degrade silently before triggering test failures. Buyers should independently verify the condition of the brake discs and pads, check the subframe for surface corrosion, and inspect the engine bay for oil leaks around the turbocharger and ancillary housings. The complete absence of historical advisories indicates diligent servicing, but prospective purchasers should verify independent service receipts to confirm routine fluid changes and timing belt replacements have kept pace with the vehicle age.
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VU61 HBK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
  • 124,467 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

VU61 HBK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Oct 2026, 15:29
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Audi A4 (VU61 HBK) between October 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

PASS
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ADVISORY

VU61 HBK Mileage History

  1. 26/10/2023114,777 mi
  2. 27/10/2023114,802 mi+25 mi
  3. 07/10/2024119,014 mi+4,212 mi
  4. 13/06/2025121,951 mi+2,937 mi
  5. 08/06/2026124,467 mi+2,516 mi

Average of roughly 3,702 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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