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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

1990 PJMOT history

1990 PJ is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 12 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

1990 PJ red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,788 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1990 PJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

1990 PJ was last recorded at 121,788 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2026: 121,689 miles, lower than 190,585 miles on 25 Jun 2024.

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
121,753 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
4,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,788 miles
  • 2024 – 190,585 miles
  • 2023 – 184,787 miles
  • 2022 – 179,996 miles
  • 2021 – 177,255 miles
  • 2020 – 107,112 miles
  • 2019 – 100,171 miles
  • 2018 – 93,985 miles
  • 2017 – 83,355 miles
  • 2016 – 77,592 miles
  • 2015 – 73,239 miles
  • 2013 – 66,703 miles
  • 2012 – 62,465 miles
  • 2011 – 58,102 miles
  • 2010 – 52,033 miles
  • 2009 – 47,310 miles
  • 2008 – 41,551 miles
  • 2007 – 35,924 miles
  • 2006 – 29,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,788 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various locations (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes worn (5.3.4 (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,788 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,788 miles
    Test number
    483604364082
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various locations (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,753 miles (+64)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,753 miles
    Test number
    547510004181
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various locations (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,689 miles (-68,896)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,689 miles
    Test number
    655522148886
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various locations (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass190,585 miles (+5,798)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    190,585 miles
    Test number
    375614171355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass184,787 miles (+4,791)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    184,787 miles
    Test number
    638123556500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass179,996 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    179,996 miles
    Test number
    189376959698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass177,255 miles (+70,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    177,255 miles
    Test number
    574579563872
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass107,112 miles (+28)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,112 miles
    Test number
    780620910030
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail107,084 miles (+6,913)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,084 miles
    Test number
    882514213781
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass100,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,171 miles
    Test number
    882421646506
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail100,169 miles (+6,184)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,169 miles
    Test number
    872243837486
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded 3 rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass93,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,985 miles
    Test number
    333775367781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail93,985 miles (+10,630)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,985 miles
    Test number
    758482485052
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass83,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,355 miles
    Test number
    259504825309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,355 miles (+5,763)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,355 miles
    Test number
    134031886929
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass77,592 miles (+4,353)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,592 miles
    Test number
    603357198538
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass73,239 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    329757435009
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail73,239 miles (+6,536)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    758727435019
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass66,703 miles (+4,238)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    437135943281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,465 miles (+4,363)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,465 miles
    Test number
    388555842299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,102 miles (+6,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,102 miles
    Test number
    746084141267
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass52,033 miles (+4,723)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    472600210107
    • NoteAdvise near side raer tyre

  23. Pass47,310 miles (+5,759)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,310 miles
    Test number
    863973239116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,551 miles (+5,627)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,551 miles
    Test number
    132287588466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,924 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,924 miles
    Test number
    400946807196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,782 miles (+6,367)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,782 miles
    Test number
    341921007153
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass29,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,415 miles
    Test number
    162530906149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 1990 PJ

What vehicle is registration 1990 PJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1990 PJ on a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 12 Apr 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1990 PJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1990 PJ is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 1990 PJ?
The MOT on 1990 PJ is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1990 PJ done?
1990 PJ was recorded at 121,788 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,516 miles a year.
Has 1990 PJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1990 PJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 1990 PJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 1990 PJ find?
1990 PJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various locations; suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes worn.

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