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Audi TT

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y279 AECMOT history

Y279 AEC is a black petrol Audi TT first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 137,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2023.

Y279 AEC black Audi TT – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2024
Mileage
137,573 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 AEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
TT
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 AEC was last recorded at 137,573 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,560 miles · 10 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,573 miles
  • 2022 – 131,507 miles
  • 2021 – 126,940 miles
  • 2020 – 125,484 miles
  • 2019 – 123,125 miles
  • 2018 – 119,022 miles
  • 2017 – 110,186 miles
  • 2016 – 102,414 miles
  • 2015 – 91,987 miles
  • 2014 – 85,850 miles
  • 2013 – 81,847 miles
  • 2012 – 78,848 miles
  • 2011 – 75,164 miles
  • 2010 – 69,662 miles
  • 2009 – 63,097 miles
  • 2008 – 55,488 miles
  • 2007 – 48,867 miles
  • 2006 – 39,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,573 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear/grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,573 miles (+13)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,573 miles
    Test number
    101164261978
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail137,560 miles (+6,053)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,560 miles
    Test number
    748321549777
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,507 miles (+4,567)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    131,507 miles
    Test number
    550389012126
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,940 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,940 miles
    Test number
    983560557651
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear/grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail126,937 miles (+1,453)5 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,937 miles
    Test number
    407057204070
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame has an unsafe modification welded repair (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame has an unsafe modification welded repair (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault someone has made an attempt to cover airbag light (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear/grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass125,484 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    396613155634
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothrear steel brake pipes covered in undersealer. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront front subframe rusty .
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail125,484 miles (+2,359)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    308079085154
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothrear steel brake pipes covered in undersealer. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront front subframe rusty .
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass123,125 miles (+4,103)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,125 miles
    Test number
    292174982749
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  9. Pass119,022 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,022 miles
    Test number
    705434431609
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail119,022 miles (+8,836)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,022 miles
    Test number
    102297710362
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass110,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,186 miles
    Test number
    398213596998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,186 miles (+7,772)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,186 miles
    Test number
    961221256811
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer is split around welded joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass102,414 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    102,414 miles
    Test number
    827953819646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail102,414 miles (+10,427)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,414 miles
    Test number
    594108022113
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass91,987 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,987 miles
    Test number
    233805338892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail91,926 miles (+6,076)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,926 miles
    Test number
    355331570099
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass85,850 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    85,850 miles
    Test number
    667715864222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    459413683241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,847 miles (+2,999)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    647822983212
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Pass78,848 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,848 miles
    Test number
    856840412396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,833 miles (+3,669)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,833 miles
    Test number
    716818102392
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Fail75,164 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,164 miles
    Test number
    699544991288
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteLight corrosion started on underbody, suspension and brake pipes
    • NoteN/s/f tyre, slight damage to outer kerbing rib

  23. Pass75,164 miles (+5,502)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,164 miles
    Test number
    746484091221
    • NoteLight corrosion started on underbody, suspension and brake pipes
    • NoteN/s/f tyre, slight damage to outer kerbing rib

  24. Pass69,662 miles (+6,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,662 miles
    Test number
    781725990279
    • NoteAdv damp around o/s c v gaiter

  25. Pass63,097 miles (+7,609)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,097 miles
    Test number
    883585879265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,488 miles (+6,621)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    55,488 miles
    Test number
    983110678221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,867 miles (+9,556)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,867 miles
    Test number
    123969387299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,311 miles
    Test number
    124182096281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 AEC

Does Y279 AEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 AEC expired on 7 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 AEC?
The MOT on Y279 AEC expired on 7 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 AEC done?
Y279 AEC was recorded at 137,573 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 5,873 miles a year.
Has Y279 AEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 AEC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y279 AEC 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 Y279 AEC find?
Y279 AEC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2023 with 11 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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