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Audi TT

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y298 NLBMOT history

Y298 NLB is a black petrol Audi TT first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 122,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

Y298 NLB black Audi TT – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi TT, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,034 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 NLB
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
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 NLB was last recorded at 122,034 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 2,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Oct 2009: 54,394 miles, lower than 64,310 miles on 12 Oct 2009.

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
119,364 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,670 miles
Average per year
4,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,034 miles
  • 2024 – 119,364 miles
  • 2023 – 109,138 miles
  • 2022 – 100,909 miles
  • 2021 – 92,058 miles
  • 2020 – 91,304 miles
  • 2019 – 90,774 miles
  • 2018 – 86,382 miles
  • 2017 – 83,593 miles
  • 2016 – 80,890 miles
  • 2015 – 76,539 miles
  • 2014 – 72,543 miles
  • 2013 – 68,351 miles
  • 2012 – 64,678 miles
  • 2011 – 59,892 miles
  • 2009 – 54,394 miles
  • 2008 – 52,853 miles
  • 2007 – 50,411 miles
  • 2006 – 44,544 miles
  • 2005 – 38,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,034 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,034 miles (+2,670)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,034 miles
    Test number
    808321774712
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,364 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    119,364 miles
    Test number
    103201220164
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail119,364 miles (+10,226)4 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,364 miles
    Test number
    704020409123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass109,138 miles (+8,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,138 miles
    Test number
    431018926561
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass100,909 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    373984943147
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive covered in under seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,909 miles (+8,851)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    306242669134
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive covered in under seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,058 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,058 miles
    Test number
    952200460596
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail92,055 miles (+751)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,055 miles
    Test number
    555988426839
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,304 miles
    Test number
    173830257530
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail91,304 miles (+530)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,304 miles
    Test number
    231731492680
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective pipe split (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass90,774 miles (+3,958)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,774 miles
    Test number
    216941224081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,816 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,816 miles
    Test number
    174002010344
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lift in front top mounts when jacked up (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split on edge
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear suspension componants
    • AdvisoryUnder covers obscuring testable items

  13. Fail86,816 miles (+434)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,816 miles
    Test number
    215501154244
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lift in front top mounts when jacked up (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split on edge
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear suspension componants
    • AdvisoryUnder covers obscuring testable items

  14. Pass86,382 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    86,382 miles
    Test number
    924687495806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is on the legal limit. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail86,381 miles (+2,788)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,381 miles
    Test number
    287316556351
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureEmissions not tested Due to running fault. (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light indicates a fault.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is on the legal limit. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass83,593 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,593 miles
    Test number
    162778886827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail83,571 miles (+2,681)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,571 miles
    Test number
    975665197902
    • FailureEmissions not tested Unable to keep engine in the required rev range. (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass80,890 miles (+4,351)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,890 miles
    Test number
    635254939965
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear suspension componants
    • AdvisoryUnder covers obscuring componants

  19. Pass76,539 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,539 miles
    Test number
    619288095073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,543 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,543 miles
    Test number
    495520524116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,351 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,351 miles
    Test number
    485870623131
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses discoloured

  22. Fail68,344 miles (+3,666)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,344 miles
    Test number
    178149303121
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses discoloured

  23. Pass64,678 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,678 miles
    Test number
    229730012125
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses discoloured

  24. Fail64,678 miles (+4,786)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,678 miles
    Test number
    946059902152
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses discoloured

  25. Pass59,892 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,892 miles
    Test number
    518771211144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,828 miles (+5,434)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,828 miles
    Test number
    977099501184
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass54,394 miles (-9,916)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,394 miles
    Test number
    260532199234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,310 miles (+11,457)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,310 miles
    Test number
    614885689216
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  29. Pass52,853 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,853 miles
    Test number
    523569588294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,411 miles
    Test number
    173911397207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail50,411 miles (+5,867)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,411 miles
    Test number
    714491897235
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass44,544 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,544 miles
    Test number
    902842766299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Fail44,544 miles (+5,933)1 failure12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,544 miles
    Test number
    121211266204
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  34. Pass38,611 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    38,611 miles
    Test number
    884744485271
    • NoteFront discs showing signs of rust on inner faces

Questions about Y298 NLB

Does Y298 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y298 NLB is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y298 NLB?
The MOT on Y298 NLB is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y298 NLB done?
Y298 NLB was recorded at 122,034 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 4,138 miles a year.
Has Y298 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 NLB has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y298 NLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y298 NLB find?
Y298 NLB passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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