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Audi A4

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y279 EUPMOT history

Y279 EUP is a silver diesel Audi A4 first used on 2 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 168,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2025.

Y279 EUP silver Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2026
Mileage
168,468 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 EUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 EUP was last recorded at 168,468 miles on 28 Feb 2025, 23,794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Feb 2024: 144,674 miles, lower than 146,614 miles on 1 Feb 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,674 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
23,794 miles
Average per year
4,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,468 miles
  • 2024 – 144,674 miles
  • 2023 – 140,427 miles
  • 2022 – 135,941 miles
  • 2021 – 131,116 miles
  • 2020 – 126,572 miles
  • 2019 – 118,405 miles
  • 2018 – 106,087 miles
  • 2017 – 92,099 miles
  • 2008 – 91,964 miles
  • 2007 – 87,972 miles
  • 2006 – 81,101 miles
  • 2005 – 73,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,468 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • O/s/r tyre outer tread worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,468 miles (+23,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    168,468 miles
    Test number
    882662198220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,674 miles (-1,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    144,674 miles
    Test number
    948957914280
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre outer tread worn

  3. Fail146,614 miles (+6,187)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,614 miles
    Test number
    421450319872
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre outer tread worn

  4. Pass140,427 miles (+4,486)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,427 miles
    Test number
    353676687445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass135,941 miles (+4,825)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,941 miles
    Test number
    793691211658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass131,116 miles (+4,544)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    131,116 miles
    Test number
    278357848381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass126,572 miles (+8,167)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    126,572 miles
    Test number
    393357941949
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  8. Pass118,405 miles (+12,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,405 miles
    Test number
    334626261720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass106,087 miles (+13,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    106,087 miles
    Test number
    432374624823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass92,099 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,099 miles
    Test number
    471304552001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass91,964 miles (+21)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    91,964 miles
    Test number
    861825088169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r droplink

  12. Fail91,943 miles (+3,971)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,943 miles
    Test number
    801662888191
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r droplink

  13. Pass87,972 miles (+6,871)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    87,972 miles
    Test number
    453741787189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,101 miles (+7,253)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    81,101 miles
    Test number
    340200386121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    73,848 miles
    Test number
    394691085140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,848 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,848 miles
    Test number
    341109075190
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about Y279 EUP

Does Y279 EUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 EUP expired on 27 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 EUP?
The MOT on Y279 EUP expired on 27 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 EUP done?
Y279 EUP was recorded at 168,468 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2025, an average of 4,810 miles a year.
Has Y279 EUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 EUP has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y279 EUP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Feb 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y279 EUP find?
Y279 EUP passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play front; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play front; oil leak, but not excessive.

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