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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L20 LYOMOT history

L20 LYO is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 157,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

L20 LYO black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,943 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 LYO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 LYO was last recorded at 157,943 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 5,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,136 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,807 miles
Average per year
4,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,943 miles
  • 2025 – 152,136 miles
  • 2023 – 142,540 miles
  • 2022 – 138,011 miles
  • 2021 – 134,903 miles
  • 2020 – 133,553 miles
  • 2019 – 132,009 miles
  • 2018 – 127,308 miles
  • 2017 – 121,078 miles
  • 2016 – 116,404 miles
  • 2014 – 103,696 miles
  • 2013 – 97,490 miles
  • 2012 – 90,498 miles
  • 2011 – 87,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,943 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,943 miles (+5,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,943 miles
    Test number
    229920481704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass152,136 miles (+9,596)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    152,136 miles
    Test number
    336594302999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass142,540 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    142,540 miles
    Test number
    580888643354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail142,534 miles (+4,523)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,534 miles
    Test number
    666453754059
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam ALL (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam ALL (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass138,011 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,011 miles
    Test number
    160729033445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,903 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    134,903 miles
    Test number
    777456109637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,553 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,553 miles
    Test number
    340455134241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass132,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,009 miles
    Test number
    273404033572
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail132,007 miles (+4,699)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,007 miles
    Test number
    523676721582
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn nearside front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass127,308 miles (+6,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,308 miles
    Test number
    566334004535
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass121,078 miles (+4,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,078 miles
    Test number
    977136894651
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass116,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,404 miles
    Test number
    683462255607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail116,404 miles (+12,708)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,404 miles
    Test number
    135385275869
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass103,696 miles (+6,206)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,696 miles
    Test number
    508526244330
    • NoteDamage to bonnet
    • NoteExhaust heat shield at centre is loose
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a cut on thread pattern but less than 25mm

  15. Pass97,490 miles (+6,992)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,490 miles
    Test number
    126158043363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,498 miles (+2,642)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,498 miles
    Test number
    497177142383
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut to n/s/r tyre

  17. Pass87,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    87,856 miles
    Test number
    289206441396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 LYO

Does L20 LYO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 LYO is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 LYO?
The MOT on L20 LYO is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 LYO done?
L20 LYO was recorded at 157,943 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,899 miles a year.
Has L20 LYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 LYO has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L20 LYO 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 L20 LYO find?
L20 LYO passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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