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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LB61 BYVMOT history

LB61 BYV is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 15 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 159,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,529 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 BYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 BYV was last recorded at 159,529 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,528 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,529 miles
  • 2025 – 144,786 miles
  • 2024 – 127,432 miles
  • 2023 – 107,658 miles
  • 2022 – 90,308 miles
  • 2021 – 74,001 miles
  • 2020 – 61,248 miles
  • 2019 – 58,724 miles
  • 2018 – 50,382 miles
  • 2017 – 43,717 miles
  • 2016 – 34,849 miles
  • 2015 – 26,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,529 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Washers only working on drivers side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,529 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,529 miles
    Test number
    704200456013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,528 miles (+14,742)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,528 miles
    Test number
    521315173077
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,786 miles (+279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    144,786 miles
    Test number
    930516870308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWashers only working on drivers side

  4. Fail144,507 miles (+17,075)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,507 miles
    Test number
    765265211218
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Snapped rear level sensor (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWashers only working on drivers side

  5. Pass127,432 miles (+19,774)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    127,432 miles
    Test number
    913194631676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass107,658 miles (+17,350)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    107,658 miles
    Test number
    947939180781
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass90,308 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,308 miles
    Test number
    460641827017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail90,268 miles (+16,267)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,268 miles
    Test number
    884186142255
    • MajorEmissions not tested condition of auxiliary belt poor may cause damage to vehicle (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass74,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,001 miles
    Test number
    916262651244
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Fail74,001 miles (+12,753)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,001 miles
    Test number
    295657324283
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Pass61,248 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    61,248 miles
    Test number
    304981396807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,724 miles (+8,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    313264210729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen washer weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass50,382 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,382 miles
    Test number
    297453202567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,717 miles (+8,868)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,717 miles
    Test number
    334700666760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,849 miles (+8,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    34,849 miles
    Test number
    781349553320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass26,328 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    26,328 miles
    Test number
    697728935077
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB61 BYV

Does LB61 BYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 BYV is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 BYV?
The MOT on LB61 BYV is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 BYV done?
LB61 BYV was recorded at 159,529 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 11,670 miles a year.
Has LB61 BYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 BYV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 BYV 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 LB61 BYV find?
LB61 BYV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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