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Audi TT

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V79 SWLMOT history

V79 SWL is a silver petrol Audi TT first used on 3 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 135,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
135,653 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2022
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 SWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
TT
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 SWL was last recorded at 135,653 miles on 19 Dec 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,652 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,653 miles
  • 2021 – 132,222 miles
  • 2020 – 126,292 miles
  • 2019 – 121,873 miles
  • 2018 – 116,738 miles
  • 2017 – 111,285 miles
  • 2016 – 107,976 miles
  • 2015 – 103,622 miles
  • 2014 – 100,377 miles
  • 2013 – 99,171 miles
  • 2012 – 96,793 miles
  • 2011 – 93,350 miles
  • 2010 – 91,246 miles
  • 2009 – 87,471 miles
  • 2008 – 77,525 miles
  • 2007 – 65,735 miles
  • 2006 – 51,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,653 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides cloudy

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner disc faces s/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated pin holed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,653 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,653 miles
    Test number
    937154069598
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail135,653 miles (+1)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,653 miles
    Test number
    169295472953
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail135,652 miles (+3,430)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,652 miles
    Test number
    586203361352
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working side indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,222 miles (+5,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,222 miles
    Test number
    460433258188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front lense showing signs of deterioration (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front lense showing signs of deterioration (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass126,292 miles (+1,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,292 miles
    Test number
    536946387777
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under trays and sill covers fitted

  6. Pass125,242 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,242 miles
    Test number
    972767173461
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail125,242 miles (+3,369)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,242 miles
    Test number
    896846939299
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass121,873 miles (+212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,873 miles
    Test number
    342990117491
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail121,661 miles (+4,923)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,661 miles
    Test number
    165362036013
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass116,738 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,738 miles
    Test number
    483681445467
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated pin holed (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner disc faces s/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  11. Fail116,736 miles (+5,451)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,736 miles
    Test number
    911108045375
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated pin holed (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner disc faces s/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  12. Pass111,285 miles (+861)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    111,285 miles
    Test number
    238548890566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,424 miles (+2,448)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,424 miles
    Test number
    822569137391
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sidewall perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine has oil leak and plastic dipstick tube extension broken

  14. Pass107,976 miles (+170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    107,976 miles
    Test number
    762132014749
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking in tread and inner side walls

  15. Fail107,806 miles (+4,184)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,806 miles
    Test number
    648640243407
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Flashing when starting up (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass103,622 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,622 miles
    Test number
    809245305248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,584 miles (+3,207)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,584 miles
    Test number
    698852905286
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass100,377 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,377 miles
    Test number
    917276414216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail100,370 miles (+1,199)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,370 miles
    Test number
    657366114207
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass99,171 miles (+24)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,171 miles
    Test number
    116391223228
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail99,147 miles (+2,354)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,147 miles
    Test number
    345048203270
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass96,793 miles (+244)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,793 miles
    Test number
    715618662138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTracsion control linkage damaged

  23. Fail96,549 miles (+3,199)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,549 miles
    Test number
    108101962190
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTracsion control linkage damaged
    • NoteTracsion control warning light on

  24. Pass93,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    667961911268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail93,350 miles (+2,104)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    677011211277
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass91,246 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,246 miles
    Test number
    723695700289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  27. Fail91,246 miles (+3,775)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,246 miles
    Test number
    311425200257
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  28. Pass87,471 miles (+9,946)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,471 miles
    Test number
    282370469175
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteWiper blade

  29. Pass77,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,525 miles
    Test number
    254777238043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail77,525 miles (+11,790)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,525 miles
    Test number
    150887138029
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass65,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,735 miles
    Test number
    654461837042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail65,735 miles (+14,493)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,735 miles
    Test number
    493231937027
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  33. Pass51,242 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    970266626093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail51,221 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,221 miles
    Test number
    761135726055
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about V79 SWL

Does V79 SWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V79 SWL expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V79 SWL?
The MOT on V79 SWL expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V79 SWL done?
V79 SWL was recorded at 135,653 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2022, an average of 4,997 miles a year.
Has V79 SWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 SWL has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V79 SWL 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 V79 SWL find?
V79 SWL passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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