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Y919 DBW

2001 Audi A4

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,739 mi
Last recorded155,739 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY919 DBW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 155,739 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 153,244 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

manufactures covers and under tray fitted unable to fully inspect

oil light intermittently flashing

Pass 26 Feb 2024 150,291 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 146,850 miles

manufactures covers and under tray fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 1 Mar 2022 142,434 miles

manufactures covers and under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle

Pass 8 Feb 2021 137,921 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 134,942 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front and rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Pass 21 Feb 2019 131,151 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

reverse travel in hand brake lever

Pass 26 Feb 2018 127,162 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear lamp secured by tape at time of test

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Fail 26 Feb 2018 127,162 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear lamp secured by tape at time of test

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Pass 7 Mar 2017 121,698 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 121,669 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Mar 2016 117,798 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 117,749 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 111,979 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2014 107,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2013 103,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

engine management light on.

Pass 27 Feb 2012 97,840 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,361 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 87,503 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Feb 2010 87,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 81,100 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 72,957 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 61,892 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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Y919 DBW is a 2001 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 109,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y919 DBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Audi A4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y919 DBW registered?

Y919 DBW is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y919 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y919 DBW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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