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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y242 MNKMOT history

Y242 MNK is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 20 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 197,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

Y242 MNK blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
197,988 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 MNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 MNK was last recorded at 197,988 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 7,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,158 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,830 miles
Average per year
8,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,988 miles
  • 2025 – 190,158 miles
  • 2024 – 185,768 miles
  • 2023 – 181,413 miles
  • 2022 – 178,761 miles
  • 2021 – 173,712 miles
  • 2020 – 166,319 miles
  • 2019 – 154,322 miles
  • 2018 – 142,793 miles
  • 2017 – 129,813 miles
  • 2016 – 119,202 miles
  • 2015 – 108,836 miles
  • 2014 – 99,619 miles
  • 2013 – 95,907 miles
  • 2012 – 90,373 miles
  • 2011 – 80,595 miles
  • 2010 – 72,438 miles
  • 2009 – 61,604 miles
  • 2008 – 47,907 miles
  • 2007 – 40,573 miles
  • 2006 – 32,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,988 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Above the wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Above the wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • General under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,988 miles (+7,830)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    197,988 miles
    Test number
    526825987918
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Above the wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Above the wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass190,158 miles (+4,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,158 miles
    Test number
    900355982874
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  3. Pass185,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    185,768 miles
    Test number
    164681411730
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail185,768 miles (+4,355)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,768 miles
    Test number
    665891339248
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass181,413 miles (+2,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    181,413 miles
    Test number
    205788424280
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  6. Pass178,761 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    178,761 miles
    Test number
    326409937867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body and components

  7. Fail178,761 miles (+5,049)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,761 miles
    Test number
    967374424598
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body and components

  8. Pass173,712 miles (+7,393)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    173,712 miles
    Test number
    791564507356
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass166,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    166,319 miles
    Test number
    571726497282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail166,318 miles (+11,996)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,318 miles
    Test number
    217817133582
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass154,322 miles (+221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    154,322 miles
    Test number
    440975647415
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper suspension rear arm inner bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail154,101 miles (+11,308)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,101 miles
    Test number
    725256620023
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass142,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,793 miles
    Test number
    808175096172
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail142,793 miles (+12,980)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,793 miles
    Test number
    190021265769
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass129,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    129,813 miles
    Test number
    469238103217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail129,813 miles (+10,611)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,813 miles
    Test number
    245478311269
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass119,202 miles (+10,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,202 miles
    Test number
    380863653682
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass108,836 miles (+9,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,836 miles
    Test number
    329281705135
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass99,619 miles (+3,712)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,619 miles
    Test number
    158540604139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,907 miles
    Test number
    737645603122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,906 miles (+5,533)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,906 miles
    Test number
    229815103139
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass90,373 miles (+9,778)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,373 miles
    Test number
    198324422164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,595 miles
    Test number
    666226921125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,586 miles (+8,148)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,586 miles
    Test number
    199766421124
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass72,438 miles (+10,834)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,438 miles
    Test number
    560963430130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,604 miles (+13,697)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,604 miles
    Test number
    204793839412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,907 miles (+7,334)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    142727738164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,573 miles (+7,633)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,573 miles
    Test number
    962664437137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,940 miles
    Test number
    252752626166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 MNK

Does Y242 MNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 MNK is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y242 MNK?
The MOT on Y242 MNK is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 MNK done?
Y242 MNK was recorded at 197,988 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 8,276 miles a year.
Has Y242 MNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 MNK has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y242 MNK 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 Y242 MNK find?
Y242 MNK passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement above the wheel, and 4 more.

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