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Audi A4

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L4 YSMMOT history

L4 YSM is a white diesel Audi A4 first used on 18 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 172,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

L4 YSM white Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
172,539 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 YSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 YSM was last recorded at 172,539 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 7,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,035 miles · 29 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
7,504 miles
Average per year
10,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,539 miles
  • 2024 – 165,035 miles
  • 2023 – 156,923 miles
  • 2022 – 138,200 miles
  • 2020 – 112,420 miles
  • 2019 – 102,990 miles
  • 2018 – 92,373 miles
  • 2017 – 82,678 miles
  • 2016 – 72,892 miles
  • 2015 – 63,946 miles
  • 2014 – 54,890 miles
  • 2013 – 45,571 miles
  • 2012 – 35,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,539 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm shocker support bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,539 miles (+7,504)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    172,539 miles
    Test number
    508681647306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass165,035 miles (+8,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,035 miles
    Test number
    646251604725
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

  3. Pass156,923 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,923 miles
    Test number
    463649972934
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust Clamp Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail156,922 miles (+18,722)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,922 miles
    Test number
    641004477698
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust Clamp Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass138,200 miles (+25,780)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    138,200 miles
    Test number
    454676864105
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F & N/S/F (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass112,420 miles (+9,430)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,420 miles
    Test number
    539266227413
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/s n/s front upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,990 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,990 miles
    Test number
    258996510908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm shocker support bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm shocker support bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail102,979 miles (+10,606)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,979 miles
    Test number
    900101511648
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm shocker support bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm shocker support bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass92,373 miles (+9,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,373 miles
    Test number
    223445087692
    • AdvisoryOffside numberplate light not working

  10. Pass82,678 miles (+9,786)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,678 miles
    Test number
    479157719727
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass72,892 miles (+8,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,892 miles
    Test number
    543002844969
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  12. Pass63,946 miles (+9,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,946 miles
    Test number
    890286019980
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass54,890 miles (+9,319)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,890 miles
    Test number
    619944924297
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass45,571 miles (+161)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    45,571 miles
    Test number
    617315023220
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail45,410 miles (+10,261)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,410 miles
    Test number
    987270723201
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass35,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,149 miles
    Test number
    729967222208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 YSM

Does L4 YSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 YSM is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L4 YSM?
The MOT on L4 YSM is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 YSM done?
L4 YSM was recorded at 172,539 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 10,292 miles a year.
Has L4 YSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 YSM has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 YSM 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 L4 YSM find?
L4 YSM passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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