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Audi A6

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,400 cc

Y281 VJWMOT history

Y281 VJW is a silver petrol Audi A6 first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 151,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

Y281 VJW silver Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2022
Mileage
151,034 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 VJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 VJW was last recorded at 151,034 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,046 miles · 26 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
988 miles
Average per year
5,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 151,034 miles
  • 2020 – 150,046 miles
  • 2019 – 148,335 miles
  • 2018 – 144,616 miles
  • 2017 – 138,533 miles
  • 2016 – 133,659 miles
  • 2015 – 128,030 miles
  • 2014 – 121,155 miles
  • 2013 – 113,743 miles
  • 2012 – 107,346 miles
  • 2011 – 100,987 miles
  • 2010 – 94,146 miles
  • 2009 – 87,425 miles
  • 2008 – 79,407 miles
  • 2007 – 73,475 miles
  • 2006 – 64,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,034 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,034 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,034 miles
    Test number
    128557987475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,046 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,046 miles
    Test number
    526170251041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,335 miles (+3,719)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    148,335 miles
    Test number
    373986197375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,616 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    144,616 miles
    Test number
    376625888414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail144,614 miles (+6,081)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,614 miles
    Test number
    475075035037
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryThe nearside rear brake pads are very close to worn out also both front brake hoses are cracked and starting to perish and both top wishbone inner bushesd are starting to perish

  6. Pass138,533 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,533 miles
    Test number
    227089929769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,522 miles (+4,863)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,522 miles
    Test number
    295071393074
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play innerrsiderod ball joint excessively worn (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass133,659 miles (+5,629)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,659 miles
    Test number
    685665823649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,030 miles (+6,875)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    128,030 miles
    Test number
    497223965179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,155 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    121,155 miles
    Test number
    217328924413
    • NoteThe rear brake discs are in a very poor condition

  11. Fail121,155 miles (+7,412)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,155 miles
    Test number
    576790824143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteThe rear brake discs are in a very poor condition

  12. Pass113,743 miles (+6,397)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    113,743 miles
    Test number
    256690273141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine managment lamp on

  13. Pass107,346 miles (+6,359)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    107,346 miles
    Test number
    568783262140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass100,987 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,987 miles
    Test number
    358298451191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,892 miles (+6,746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,892 miles
    Test number
    206387641418
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail94,146 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,146 miles
    Test number
    980246940101
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass94,146 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,146 miles
    Test number
    994996340171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,425 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    87,425 miles
    Test number
    294992669019
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  19. Fail87,423 miles (+8,016)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,423 miles
    Test number
    500251569049
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  20. Pass79,407 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,407 miles
    Test number
    992873458029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,404 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,404 miles
    Test number
    952792858078
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  22. Fail79,404 miles (+5,929)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,404 miles
    Test number
    753179348076
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass73,475 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,475 miles
    Test number
    110251377449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,498 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    64,498 miles
    Test number
    154978956086
    • 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)

Questions about Y281 VJW

Does Y281 VJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 VJW expired on 20 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 VJW?
The MOT on Y281 VJW expired on 20 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 VJW done?
Y281 VJW was recorded at 151,034 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 5,477 miles a year.
Has Y281 VJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 VJW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on Y281 VJW 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 Y281 VJW find?
Y281 VJW passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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