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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y864 VESMOT history

Y864 VES is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 21 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

Y864 VES blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
186,749 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y864 VES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y864 VES was last recorded at 186,749 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 4,081 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,668 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,081 miles
Average per year
6,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,749 miles
  • 2025 – 182,668 miles
  • 2024 – 174,198 miles
  • 2022 – 159,563 miles
  • 2021 – 159,011 miles
  • 2020 – 158,690 miles
  • 2019 – 153,995 miles
  • 2018 – 150,345 miles
  • 2017 – 142,624 miles
  • 2016 – 137,737 miles
  • 2015 – 132,336 miles
  • 2014 – 125,795 miles
  • 2013 – 122,534 miles
  • 2012 – 116,553 miles
  • 2011 – 110,225 miles
  • 2010 – 98,057 miles
  • 2009 – 88,905 miles
  • 2008 – 79,017 miles
  • 2007 – 66,864 miles
  • 2006 – 54,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,749 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Wheel bearing has slight play both rears

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pressure build up slow servo pump lazy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both dull

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pressure build up slow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,749 miles (+4,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    186,749 miles
    Test number
    683174678624
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,668 miles (+56)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    182,668 miles
    Test number
    164260810334
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow servo pump lazy (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail182,612 miles (+8,414)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,612 miles
    Test number
    634023583275
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow servo pump lazy (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass174,198 miles (+67)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    174,198 miles
    Test number
    163060186641
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisorySmoke reading just passed test

  5. Fail174,131 miles (+14,568)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,131 miles
    Test number
    413816124039
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both dull (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure on box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmoke reading just passed test

  6. Pass159,563 miles (+552)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,563 miles
    Test number
    499576391290
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass159,011 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    159,011 miles
    Test number
    880403003244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail159,011 miles (+321)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,011 miles
    Test number
    874464539862
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass158,690 miles (+4,695)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    158,690 miles
    Test number
    762994958760
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass153,995 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    153,995 miles
    Test number
    749318710231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass150,345 miles (+7,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    150,345 miles
    Test number
    934927453141
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass142,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,624 miles
    Test number
    608285624779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,623 miles (+4,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,623 miles
    Test number
    643565573697
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass137,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    137,737 miles
    Test number
    752022637310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail137,737 miles (+5,401)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,737 miles
    Test number
    638038930989
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass132,336 miles (+6,541)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    132,336 miles
    Test number
    309506845198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,795 miles (+3,261)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    125,795 miles
    Test number
    258873554454
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  18. Pass122,534 miles (+60)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    122,534 miles
    Test number
    777917153160
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Fail122,474 miles (+5,921)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,474 miles
    Test number
    628640453190
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass116,553 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    116,553 miles
    Test number
    389162142112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light illuminated

  21. Fail116,553 miles (+6,328)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,553 miles
    Test number
    528772042186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light illuminated

  22. Fail110,225 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    427397931164
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass110,225 miles (+12,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    585067631179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass98,057 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    964609330132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail97,923 miles (+9,018)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,923 miles
    Test number
    100472130198
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to wear indicators

  26. Pass88,905 miles (+9,888)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    88,905 miles
    Test number
    760864639115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,017 miles (+12,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,017 miles
    Test number
    923095958178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass66,864 miles (+12,177)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,864 miles
    Test number
    223186657143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    54,687 miles
    Test number
    872353566175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y864 VES

Does Y864 VES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y864 VES is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y864 VES?
The MOT on Y864 VES is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y864 VES done?
Y864 VES was recorded at 186,749 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 6,686 miles a year.
Has Y864 VES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y864 VES has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y864 VES 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 Y864 VES find?
Y864 VES passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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