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Audi A4

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V39 LYSMOT history

V39 LYS is a yellow petrol Audi A4 first used on 1 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 158,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2025
Mileage
158,160 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V39 LYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2025
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V39 LYS was last recorded at 158,160 miles on 20 May 2024, 3,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,369 miles · 26 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,791 miles
Average per year
5,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,160 miles
  • 2023 – 154,369 miles
  • 2022 – 150,909 miles
  • 2021 – 147,797 miles
  • 2020 – 144,336 miles
  • 2018 – 141,705 miles
  • 2017 – 133,098 miles
  • 2016 – 116,573 miles
  • 2015 – 110,465 miles
  • 2014 – 107,046 miles
  • 2013 – 103,150 miles
  • 2012 – 99,034 miles
  • 2011 – 96,058 miles
  • 2010 – 89,287 miles
  • 2009 – 86,377 miles
  • 2008 – 78,994 miles
  • 2007 – 73,168 miles
  • 2006 – 62,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,160 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,160 miles (+3,791)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    158,160 miles
    Test number
    203429099738
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass154,369 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,369 miles
    Test number
    993435491636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass150,909 miles (+3,112)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,909 miles
    Test number
    636124702193
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Pass147,797 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,797 miles
    Test number
    678549047518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail147,796 miles (+3,460)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,796 miles
    Test number
    826234654767
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass144,336 miles (+2,631)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,336 miles
    Test number
    555992723274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (Front flexi) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront to Rear (Surface corrosion under vehicle).
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass141,705 miles (+8,607)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    141,705 miles
    Test number
    958860057158
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass133,098 miles (+16,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,098 miles
    Test number
    766690417156
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  9. Pass116,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,573 miles
    Test number
    933556051580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,573 miles (+6,108)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,573 miles
    Test number
    430990777257
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  11. Pass110,465 miles (+3,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,465 miles
    Test number
    802997268122
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have been greased

  12. Pass107,046 miles (+3,896)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    107,046 miles
    Test number
    458194844221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass103,150 miles (+4,116)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,150 miles
    Test number
    305984973208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front c.v boot small pin hole and weaping grease
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing screen

  14. Pass99,034 miles (+20)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    99,034 miles
    Test number
    868585772257
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTinted front windows

  15. Fail99,014 miles (+2,956)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,014 miles
    Test number
    768008862287
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSuspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTinted front windows

  16. Pass96,058 miles (+6,771)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    96,058 miles
    Test number
    195081301284
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteChild seat fitted to the nearside rear seat
    • NoteThe front discs are pitte
    • NoteThe offside rear brake is slightly binding

  17. Pass89,287 miles (+2,910)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    89,287 miles
    Test number
    721372300276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,377 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,377 miles
    Test number
    851393009219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,350 miles (+7,356)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,350 miles
    Test number
    142611009297
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass78,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,994 miles
    Test number
    782771808275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,994 miles (+5,826)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,994 miles
    Test number
    903871908225
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

  22. Pass73,168 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    73,168 miles
    Test number
    254914937219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,592 miles (+9,849)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,592 miles
    Test number
    243520307257
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Pass62,743 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,743 miles
    Test number
    331527866193
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePARKING BRAKE. YOUR VEHICLE HAS ONLY JUST MET THE REQUIRED PARK BRAKE EFFICIENCY IT WOULD APPEAR THAT THE BRAKING SYSTEM REQUIRES ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIR

  25. Fail62,743 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,743 miles
    Test number
    311257066144
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about V39 LYS

Does V39 LYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V39 LYS expired on 19 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V39 LYS?
The MOT on V39 LYS expired on 19 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V39 LYS done?
V39 LYS was recorded at 158,160 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 5,322 miles a year.
Has V39 LYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V39 LYS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on V39 LYS 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 V39 LYS find?
V39 LYS passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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