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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

V686 DYJMOT history

V686 DYJ is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
72,397 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V686 DYJ was last recorded at 72,397 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 4,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,183 miles · 28 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,214 miles
Average per year
2,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,397 miles
  • 2021 – 68,183 miles
  • 2020 – 65,036 miles
  • 2019 – 63,606 miles
  • 2018 – 61,831 miles
  • 2017 – 59,958 miles
  • 2016 – 57,886 miles
  • 2015 – 55,343 miles
  • 2014 – 52,890 miles
  • 2013 – 50,657 miles
  • 2012 – 47,947 miles
  • 2011 – 45,308 miles
  • 2010 – 43,147 miles
  • 2009 – 41,044 miles
  • 2008 – 38,753 miles
  • 2007 – 36,259 miles
  • 2006 – 33,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,397 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,397 miles
    Test number
    505094558090
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail72,397 miles (+4,214)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,397 miles
    Test number
    524387950355
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass68,183 miles (+3,147)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    581809098415
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass65,036 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    806226225230
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail65,036 miles (+1,430)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    713283325824
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass63,606 miles (+1,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    893709021445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass61,831 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,831 miles
    Test number
    528919069157
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail61,829 miles (+1,871)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,829 miles
    Test number
    605076490498
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass59,958 miles (+2,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,958 miles
    Test number
    461156984301
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDriver door sticking when opening and closing
    • AdvisoryDriver window not opening

  10. Pass57,886 miles (+2,543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    979978045899
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre age cracking

  11. Pass55,343 miles (+2,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,343 miles
    Test number
    392009316809
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass52,890 miles (+2,233)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,890 miles
    Test number
    185029154243
    • NoteFront number plate delaminated but still readable
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass50,657 miles (+2,710)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    50,657 miles
    Test number
    695547563253
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer sidewall cracking

  14. Pass47,947 miles (+2,639)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,947 miles
    Test number
    659904262243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber bumpstops split
    • NoteFront number plate starting to de laminate
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  15. Pass45,308 miles (+2,161)7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,308 miles
    Test number
    376312041269
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar drop links have play.
    • NoteBoth front lower arms have play in rubber bush and ball joints.
    • NoteBoth front upper wish bones have play in rubber bushes and movement in ball joints.
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition.
    • NoteRear axel bushes worn

  16. Pass43,147 miles (+2,103)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,147 miles
    Test number
    972364160266
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to de laminate
    • NoteFront anti roll bar c link bushes cracking
    • NoteFront brake discs are pitted on inside face

  17. Pass41,044 miles (+2,291)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,044 miles
    Test number
    312015669207
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear number plate de laminating

  18. Pass38,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,753 miles
    Test number
    320223668273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,753 miles (+2,494)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,753 miles
    Test number
    791380968218
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  20. Pass36,259 miles (+2,574)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,259 miles
    Test number
    633015357209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates have slight water ingress

  21. Pass33,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,685 miles
    Test number
    230666656248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 DYJ

Does V686 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V686 DYJ expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V686 DYJ?
The MOT on V686 DYJ expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V686 DYJ done?
V686 DYJ was recorded at 72,397 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 2,399 miles a year.
Has V686 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 DYJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V686 DYJ 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 V686 DYJ find?
V686 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside side repeater slightly discoloured.

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