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Audi A6

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,496 cc

Y272 LWLMOT history

Y272 LWL is a grey diesel Audi A6 first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 192,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

Y272 LWL grey Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2025
Mileage
192,504 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y272 LWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y272 LWL was last recorded at 192,504 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 5,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,363 miles · 21 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
5,141 miles
Average per year
7,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,504 miles
  • 2024 – 187,363 miles
  • 2023 – 179,687 miles
  • 2022 – 173,361 miles
  • 2021 – 164,959 miles
  • 2020 – 160,476 miles
  • 2019 – 150,559 miles
  • 2018 – 142,719 miles
  • 2017 – 134,109 miles
  • 2016 – 126,178 miles
  • 2015 – 115,940 miles
  • 2014 – 106,170 miles
  • 2013 – 96,416 miles
  • 2012 – 84,424 miles
  • 2011 – 74,971 miles
  • 2010 – 72,160 miles
  • 2009 – 70,736 miles
  • 2007 – 63,663 miles
  • 2006 – 54,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail192,504 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail192,504 miles (+5,141)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,504 miles
    Test number
    738157808029
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass187,363 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    187,363 miles
    Test number
    165028398253
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail187,360 miles (+7,673)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,360 miles
    Test number
    669234369710
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excessive smoke - unable to test due to H&S. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass179,687 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    179,687 miles
    Test number
    684640381075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail179,681 miles (+6,320)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,681 miles
    Test number
    355339176147
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass173,361 miles (+8,402)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    173,361 miles
    Test number
    452134340219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.

  7. Pass164,959 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    164,959 miles
    Test number
    912844814379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail164,953 miles (+4,477)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,953 miles
    Test number
    422346507713
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass160,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    160,476 miles
    Test number
    747135984091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,470 miles (+9,911)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,470 miles
    Test number
    341463231946
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass150,559 miles (+7,840)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    150,559 miles
    Test number
    822348271199
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass142,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,719 miles
    Test number
    499052514641
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail142,714 miles (+8,605)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,714 miles
    Test number
    746694806239
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass134,109 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,109 miles
    Test number
    737031697076
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  15. Fail134,107 miles (+7,929)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,107 miles
    Test number
    322489004037
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  16. Pass126,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    126,178 miles
    Test number
    989753457272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail126,178 miles (+10,238)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,178 miles
    Test number
    721982456846
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass115,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    115,940 miles
    Test number
    419830415195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,938 miles (+9,768)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,938 miles
    Test number
    605490115188
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass106,170 miles (+9,754)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,170 miles
    Test number
    846822134121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,416 miles (+11,992)1 advisory10 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,416 miles
    Test number
    428962013195
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth anti roll bar link rubber bushes split
    • NoteCentre caps fitted
    • NoteNearside cv boot starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNearside handbrake arm not fully returning
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  22. Pass84,424 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,424 miles
    Test number
    365990712163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S front outer CV boot has a small pin hole in it.
    • NoteO/S rear wheel arch liner missing a scew so slightly loose.
    • NoteOne segment of high level brake light inop.

  23. Fail84,386 miles (+9,415)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,386 miles
    Test number
    607600812125
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S front outer CV boot has a small pin hole in it.
    • NoteO/S rear wheel arch liner missing a scew so slightly loose.
    • NoteOne segment of high level brake light inop.

  24. Fail74,971 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,971 miles
    Test number
    406399431106
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteI portion of rear hi level brake light is inop.
    • NoteO/S rear tyre worn on inside edge.
    • NoteOne portion of high level brake light inop.
    • NotePark brake lever requires adustment.

  25. Pass74,971 miles (+2,811)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,971 miles
    Test number
    595179631116
    • NoteI portion of rear hi level brake light is inop.
    • NoteO/S rear tyre worn on inside edge.
    • NoteOne portion of high level brake light inop.
    • NotePark brake lever requires adustment.

  26. Pass72,160 miles (+1,424)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,160 miles
    Test number
    234794530111
    • NoteLower engine covers fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteNot all centre stop light illuminating
    • NoteSmall chips in screen

  27. Pass70,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    953568919162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,736 miles (+7,073)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    520324819181
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted
    • NoteFront bumper slightly insecure
    • NoteSlight stone chip in screen

  29. Pass63,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,663 miles
    Test number
    223360397450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail63,663 miles (+9,063)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,663 miles
    Test number
    974740197178
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass54,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,600 miles
    Test number
    254333536446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y272 LWL

Does Y272 LWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y272 LWL expired on 17 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y272 LWL?
The MOT on Y272 LWL expired on 17 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y272 LWL done?
Y272 LWL was recorded at 192,504 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 7,302 miles a year.
Has Y272 LWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y272 LWL has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y272 LWL 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 Y272 LWL find?
Y272 LWL failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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