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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y261 HOOMOT history

Y261 HOO is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

Y261 HOO blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2023
Mileage
147,390 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 HOO
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
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 HOO was last recorded at 147,390 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,237 miles · 5 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
153 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,390 miles
  • 2021 – 141,906 miles
  • 2020 – 137,378 miles
  • 2019 – 132,009 miles
  • 2018 – 120,242 miles
  • 2017 – 113,381 miles
  • 2016 – 106,293 miles
  • 2015 – 98,169 miles
  • 2014 – 92,672 miles
  • 2013 – 88,680 miles
  • 2012 – 87,267 miles
  • 2011 – 84,181 miles
  • 2010 – 80,404 miles
  • 2009 – 76,377 miles
  • 2008 – 73,606 miles
  • 2007 – 70,166 miles
  • 2006 – 66,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,390 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear bump stops damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,390 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,390 miles
    Test number
    661176925155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,237 miles (+5,331)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,237 miles
    Test number
    989793211214
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass141,906 miles (+4,528)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    141,906 miles
    Test number
    246848520265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,378 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    137,378 miles
    Test number
    959254269856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail137,365 miles (+5,356)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,365 miles
    Test number
    746353769543
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass132,009 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    132,009 miles
    Test number
    430698513452
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops damaged

  7. Fail131,996 miles (+11,754)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,996 miles
    Test number
    395049500210
    • MajorOffside Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops damaged

  8. Pass120,242 miles (+6,861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,242 miles
    Test number
    261763548921
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass113,381 miles (+7,088)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,381 miles
    Test number
    435986926619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,293 miles (+8,124)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,293 miles
    Test number
    421162843065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,169 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,169 miles
    Test number
    276038565048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,672 miles
    Test number
    457851174091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,671 miles (+3,991)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,671 miles
    Test number
    157011874020
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass88,680 miles (+1,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    587342913107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass87,267 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,267 miles
    Test number
    289970212194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail87,267 miles (+3,086)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,267 miles
    Test number
    917110512113
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass84,181 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,181 miles
    Test number
    565207071027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail84,170 miles (+3,766)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,170 miles
    Test number
    958206371083
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass80,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    80,404 miles
    Test number
    702302110185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,404 miles (+4,027)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,404 miles
    Test number
    930892510160
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake wear warning light on

  21. Pass76,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    480611419163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,377 miles (+2,771)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    223561219113
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass73,606 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    73,606 miles
    Test number
    854642918186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,166 miles (+3,365)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,166 miles
    Test number
    480166107104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,801 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,801 miles
    Test number
    333794716179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  26. Pass66,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,801 miles
    Test number
    993624216150
    • 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)

Questions about Y261 HOO

Does Y261 HOO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 HOO expired on 19 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 HOO?
The MOT on Y261 HOO expired on 19 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 HOO done?
Y261 HOO was recorded at 147,390 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has Y261 HOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 HOO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y261 HOO 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 Y261 HOO find?
Y261 HOO passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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