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Black · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

L40 CYUMOT history

L40 CYU is a black petrol Audi A1 first used on 8 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 86,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

L40 CYU black Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
86,057 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 CYU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
8 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 CYU was last recorded at 86,057 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,057 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,057 miles
  • 2025 – 77,844 miles
  • 2024 – 67,672 miles
  • 2023 – 57,489 miles
  • 2022 – 48,143 miles
  • 2021 – 32,351 miles
  • 2020 – 21,077 miles
  • 2019 – 13,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,057 miles

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    86,057 miles
    Test number
    507891234421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail86,057 miles (+8,213)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,057 miles
    Test number
    957000437906
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  3. Pass77,844 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    906117604349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail77,843 miles (+10,171)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,843 miles
    Test number
    623097770889
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass67,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    67,672 miles
    Test number
    276074403360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail67,672 miles (+10,183)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,672 miles
    Test number
    675885270675
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass57,489 miles (+9,346)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    57,489 miles
    Test number
    869033978108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,143 miles (+15,792)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,143 miles
    Test number
    937983308400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    32,351 miles
    Test number
    914767249692
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted at time of inspection
  10. Fail32,348 miles (+11,271)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,348 miles
    Test number
    581493056692
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass21,077 miles (+7,486)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    21,077 miles
    Test number
    927011684509
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all fitted perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine, under tray and floor covers fitted
  12. Pass13,591 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    13,591 miles
    Test number
    502652267724
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and wheel hub covers fitted obscuring some components

Questions about L40 CYU

Does L40 CYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 CYU is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 CYU?
The MOT on L40 CYU is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 CYU done?
L40 CYU was recorded at 86,057 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 9,969 miles a year.
Has L40 CYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 CYU has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 CYU 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 L40 CYU find?
L40 CYU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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