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Audi A4

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y297 NLBMOT history

Y297 NLB is a blue petrol Audi A4 first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

Y297 NLB blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,763 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 NLB was last recorded at 116,763 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,899 miles · 9 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
864 miles
Average per year
2,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,763 miles
  • 2024 – 115,899 miles
  • 2022 – 114,858 miles
  • 2021 – 112,510 miles
  • 2020 – 110,685 miles
  • 2019 – 107,666 miles
  • 2018 – 105,107 miles
  • 2017 – 101,287 miles
  • 2016 – 97,951 miles
  • 2015 – 91,971 miles
  • 2013 – 88,074 miles
  • 2012 – 86,896 miles
  • 2010 – 85,013 miles
  • 2009 – 83,402 miles
  • 2008 – 80,471 miles
  • 2006 – 74,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,763 miles
  • MinorFront Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Wipers (3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,763 miles (+864)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,763 miles
    Test number
    569207148088
    • MinorFront Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Wipers (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,899 miles (+1,041)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,899 miles
    Test number
    588754168785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,858 miles (+2,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,858 miles
    Test number
    964724161596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,510 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,510 miles
    Test number
    288026423656
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail112,509 miles (+1,824)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,509 miles
    Test number
    314396496968
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,685 miles (+3,019)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,685 miles
    Test number
    921706296569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,666 miles
    Test number
    356445048852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,661 miles (+2,554)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,661 miles
    Test number
    861773190271
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass105,107 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,107 miles
    Test number
    901815430562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,107 miles (+3,820)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,107 miles
    Test number
    552749937856
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,287 miles
    Test number
    357222020429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,287 miles (+3,336)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,287 miles
    Test number
    816320865607
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass97,951 miles (+5,980)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,951 miles
    Test number
    955136952795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass91,971 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,971 miles
    Test number
    948317175094
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail91,967 miles (+3,893)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,967 miles
    Test number
    448238065086
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass88,074 miles (+1,178)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,074 miles
    Test number
    385542143412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,896 miles
    Test number
    107501962029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,896 miles (+1,883)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,896 miles
    Test number
    126620462416
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass85,013 miles (+1,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    85,013 miles
    Test number
    904622430279
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass83,402 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,402 miles
    Test number
    874720089070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,471 miles (+5,843)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    80,471 miles
    Test number
    311687658058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    74,628 miles
    Test number
    284946296453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 NLB

Does Y297 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y297 NLB is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y297 NLB?
The MOT on Y297 NLB is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y297 NLB done?
Y297 NLB was recorded at 116,763 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 2,140 miles a year.
Has Y297 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 NLB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on Y297 NLB 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 Y297 NLB find?
Y297 NLB passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction wipers; oil leak, but not excessive.

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