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Audi A4

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T173 SUYMOT history

T173 SUY is a black diesel Audi A4 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 252,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
252,298 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 SUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 SUY was last recorded at 252,298 miles on 1 May 2026, 4,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,386 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,912 miles
Average per year
7,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 252,298 miles
  • 2024 – 247,386 miles
  • 2023 – 241,082 miles
  • 2022 – 235,669 miles
  • 2021 – 232,840 miles
  • 2020 – 226,680 miles
  • 2019 – 220,936 miles
  • 2018 – 212,493 miles
  • 2017 – 204,146 miles
  • 2016 – 197,409 miles
  • 2015 – 189,198 miles
  • 2014 – 181,148 miles
  • 2013 – 171,294 miles
  • 2012 – 163,528 miles
  • 2011 – 153,907 miles
  • 2010 – 143,882 miles
  • 2009 – 135,176 miles
  • 2008 – 126,087 miles
  • 2007 – 117,730 miles
  • 2006 – 108,992 miles
  • 2005 – 100,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass252,298 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 6/10 working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush showing signs of debonding. no excess play at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass252,298 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    252,298 miles
    Test number
    575212036119
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 6/10 working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail252,298 miles (+4,912)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,298 miles
    Test number
    850645403571
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper not working Spinning on spindle (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 6/10 working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass247,386 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    247,386 miles
    Test number
    656699198612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail247,383 miles (+6,301)4 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,383 miles
    Test number
    157447311089
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass241,082 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    241,082 miles
    Test number
    466041116241
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush showing signs of debonding. no excess play at time of test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail241,064 miles (+5,395)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,064 miles
    Test number
    140470276511
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect leaking (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush showing signs of debonding. no excess play at time of test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass235,669 miles (+2,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    235,669 miles
    Test number
    170988314542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass232,840 miles (+6,160)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    232,840 miles
    Test number
    137989087185
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass226,680 miles (+5,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    226,680 miles
    Test number
    572485692408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass220,936 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    220,936 miles
    Test number
    673199392854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail220,889 miles (+8,396)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,889 miles
    Test number
    614525349894
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge only just legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just legal wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass212,493 miles (+8,347)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    212,493 miles
    Test number
    462248177234
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass204,146 miles (+6,737)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    204,146 miles
    Test number
    769070222537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear s/absorber top bush slightly noisey
    • AdvisoryBoth front springs corroding

  14. Pass197,409 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    197,409 miles
    Test number
    104218603898
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail197,409 miles (+8,211)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,409 miles
    Test number
    883068140921
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass189,198 miles (+8,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    189,198 miles
    Test number
    320920206204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass181,148 miles (+9,854)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    181,148 miles
    Test number
    286451424381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass171,294 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    171,294 miles
    Test number
    896132923355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail171,294 miles (+7,766)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,294 miles
    Test number
    866472223389
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass163,528 miles (+9,621)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    163,528 miles
    Test number
    478365222362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt starting to crack and perish

  21. Pass153,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    153,907 miles
    Test number
    276115401319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail153,907 miles (+10,025)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,907 miles
    Test number
    549804101334
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass143,882 miles (+8,706)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    143,882 miles
    Test number
    653225300365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass135,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    135,176 miles
    Test number
    584477219393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail135,176 miles (+9,089)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,176 miles
    Test number
    213687219371
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass126,087 miles (+8,357)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    126,087 miles
    Test number
    684638318399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    117,730 miles
    Test number
    570459317300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail117,730 miles (+8,738)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,730 miles
    Test number
    671459917397
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass108,992 miles (+8,282)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    108,992 miles
    Test number
    884946806353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass100,710 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    100,710 miles
    Test number
    740116615366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about T173 SUY

Does T173 SUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T173 SUY is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T173 SUY?
The MOT on T173 SUY is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T173 SUY done?
T173 SUY was recorded at 252,298 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 7,407 miles a year.
Has T173 SUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 SUY has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T173 SUY 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 T173 SUY find?
T173 SUY passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 6/10 working; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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