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Audi A4

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,781 cc

Y863 BAFMOT history

Y863 BAF is a red petrol Audi A4 first used on 10 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 143,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

Y863 BAF red Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
143,719 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y863 BAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y863 BAF was last recorded at 143,719 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,605 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
114 miles
Average per year
5,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,719 miles
  • 2025 – 141,575 miles
  • 2024 – 140,932 miles
  • 2023 – 139,435 miles
  • 2022 – 135,960 miles
  • 2021 – 131,713 miles
  • 2020 – 129,509 miles
  • 2019 – 126,476 miles
  • 2018 – 122,725 miles
  • 2017 – 117,538 miles
  • 2016 – 110,903 miles
  • 2015 – 105,183 miles
  • 2014 – 100,187 miles
  • 2013 – 94,410 miles
  • 2012 – 89,968 miles
  • 2011 – 81,021 miles
  • 2010 – 73,202 miles
  • 2009 – 61,845 miles
  • 2008 – 51,486 miles
  • 2007 – 40,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,719 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension arms, coil springs, shocks (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,719 miles (+114)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    143,719 miles
    Test number
    378871310174
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension arms, coil springs, shocks (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail143,605 miles (+2,030)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,605 miles
    Test number
    172331078648
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns and os to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing ns and os corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,575 miles (+643)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    141,575 miles
    Test number
    331787100439
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns and os to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass140,932 miles (+1,497)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,932 miles
    Test number
    733775030779
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass139,435 miles (+4)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,435 miles
    Test number
    654668949036
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail139,431 miles (+3,471)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,431 miles
    Test number
    717238389972
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose worn treads (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass135,960 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,960 miles
    Test number
    572254062571
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock casings corroding

  8. Fail135,956 miles (+4,243)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,956 miles
    Test number
    751300741963
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock casings corroding

  9. Pass131,713 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    131,713 miles
    Test number
    884018406524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,509 miles (+3,033)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    129,509 miles
    Test number
    416869857358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass126,476 miles (+3,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,476 miles
    Test number
    301577542422
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass122,725 miles (+5,187)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    122,725 miles
    Test number
    286686464084
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorossion on rear susp/parts
    • AdvisoryRear indicators faded
    • AdvisorySome perishing on front a/r/b bushes

  13. Pass117,538 miles (+6,635)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    117,538 miles
    Test number
    806131859155
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass110,903 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,903 miles
    Test number
    535085699071
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail110,803 miles (+5,620)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,803 miles
    Test number
    157896849119
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass105,183 miles (+4,996)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,183 miles
    Test number
    405550845174
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass100,187 miles (+5,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,187 miles
    Test number
    698501944170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass94,410 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,410 miles
    Test number
    519360733104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail94,410 miles (+4,442)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,410 miles
    Test number
    365770633121
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass89,968 miles (+8,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,968 miles
    Test number
    606124842186
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass81,021 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    81,021 miles
    Test number
    107079451118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,202 miles (+11,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,202 miles
    Test number
    221859750115
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass61,845 miles (+10,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,845 miles
    Test number
    113763359134
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass51,486 miles (+11,283)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,486 miles
    Test number
    303875958170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,203 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,203 miles
    Test number
    990948557178
    • NoteRear anti roll bar plastic bushes are cracked but there is no play in the bushes.

Questions about Y863 BAF

Does Y863 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y863 BAF is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y863 BAF?
The MOT on Y863 BAF is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y863 BAF done?
Y863 BAF was recorded at 143,719 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,397 miles a year.
Has Y863 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y863 BAF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y863 BAF 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 Y863 BAF find?
Y863 BAF passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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