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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y238 AAMMOT history

Y238 AAM is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 11 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 170,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

Y238 AAM grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
170,194 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 AAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 AAM was last recorded at 170,194 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 2,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,815 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,379 miles
Average per year
6,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,194 miles
  • 2024 – 167,815 miles
  • 2023 – 165,741 miles
  • 2022 – 162,270 miles
  • 2021 – 160,018 miles
  • 2020 – 154,110 miles
  • 2019 – 141,244 miles
  • 2018 – 136,816 miles
  • 2017 – 129,020 miles
  • 2014 – 124,951 miles
  • 2013 – 105,306 miles
  • 2012 – 97,075 miles
  • 2011 – 89,301 miles
  • 2010 – 85,341 miles
  • 2009 – 78,117 miles
  • 2008 – 71,285 miles
  • 2007 – 62,888 miles
  • 2006 – 53,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,194 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp loose
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody tray fitted

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,194 miles (+2,379)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    170,194 miles
    Test number
    237859456155
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp loose
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody tray fitted

  2. Pass167,815 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    167,815 miles
    Test number
    217332289706
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL OVER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail167,815 miles (+2,074)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,815 miles
    Test number
    650825359139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL OVER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass165,741 miles (+3,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,741 miles
    Test number
    187362830215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass162,270 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    162,270 miles
    Test number
    138919488540
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail162,270 miles (+2,252)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,270 miles
    Test number
    163584993927
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass160,018 miles (+5,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    160,018 miles
    Test number
    588999770327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass154,110 miles (+12,866)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,110 miles
    Test number
    485429554529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,244 miles (+4,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,244 miles
    Test number
    444207495960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass136,816 miles (+7,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,816 miles
    Test number
    158591030860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass129,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    129,020 miles
    Test number
    399655332597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,020 miles (+4,069)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,020 miles
    Test number
    794201419193
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass124,951 miles (+19,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    124,951 miles
    Test number
    736048794266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass105,306 miles (+8,231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,306 miles
    Test number
    506208493276
    • NoteRear fog light tell tale sign very dull

  15. Pass97,075 miles (+7,774)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,075 miles
    Test number
    337107792290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,301 miles (+3,960)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    89,301 miles
    Test number
    315952691410
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish

  17. Pass85,341 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,341 miles
    Test number
    693024690292
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  18. Fail85,340 miles (+7,223)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,340 miles
    Test number
    481253090277
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  19. Pass78,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    78,117 miles
    Test number
    252522279202
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Fail78,117 miles (+6,832)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,117 miles
    Test number
    930262579234
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Pass71,285 miles (+8,397)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,285 miles
    Test number
    902689498265
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses slightly perished

  22. Pass62,888 miles (+9,135)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,888 miles
    Test number
    613809487293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,753 miles
    Test number
    541771866245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 AAM

Does Y238 AAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 AAM is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y238 AAM?
The MOT on Y238 AAM is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 AAM done?
Y238 AAM was recorded at 170,194 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 6,091 miles a year.
Has Y238 AAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 AAM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y238 AAM 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 Y238 AAM find?
Y238 AAM passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: central exhaust clamp loose; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 5 more.

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