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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

562 DFJMOT history

562 DFJ is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 24 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

562 DFJ silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
55,541 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
562 DFJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

562 DFJ was last recorded at 55,541 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 1,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,213 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,328 miles
Average per year
2,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,541 miles
  • 2025 – 54,213 miles
  • 2024 – 52,281 miles
  • 2023 – 49,287 miles
  • 2022 – 46,305 miles
  • 2021 – 43,864 miles
  • 2020 – 41,191 miles
  • 2019 – 38,645 miles
  • 2018 – 35,641 miles
  • 2017 – 31,987 miles
  • 2016 – 28,206 miles
  • 2015 – 25,961 miles
  • 2014 – 23,894 miles
  • 2013 – 21,431 miles
  • 2012 – 18,467 miles
  • 2011 – 13,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,541 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has worn smooth on edges.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 2-3 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has split on inner sidewall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,541 miles (+1,328)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    55,541 miles
    Test number
    886656042463
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass54,213 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,213 miles
    Test number
    926119585769
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 2-3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail54,213 miles (+1,932)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,213 miles
    Test number
    709249006977
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 2-3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass52,281 miles (+2,994)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    52,281 miles
    Test number
    694364896504
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 2-3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass49,287 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,287 miles
    Test number
    300299659661
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly deteriorated. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Splits on inner sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Is wearing unevenly on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Is wearing unevenly on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail49,287 miles (+2,982)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,287 miles
    Test number
    250588497798
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly deteriorated. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has worn smooth on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Splits on inner sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Is wearing unevenly on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Is wearing unevenly on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass46,305 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    46,305 miles
    Test number
    874587008342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has worn smooth on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has split on inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has worn smooth on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has split on inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail46,305 miles (+2,441)1 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,305 miles
    Test number
    527215253093
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has worn smooth on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has split on inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has worn smooth on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has split on inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass43,864 miles (+2,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    43,864 miles
    Test number
    728877035306
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,191 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,191 miles
    Test number
    490722266211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail41,148 miles (+2,503)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,148 miles
    Test number
    680839378402
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass38,645 miles (+3,004)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,645 miles
    Test number
    299703264769
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And has worn unevenly on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And has worn unevenly on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass35,641 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,641 miles
    Test number
    325842684938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,987 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    31,987 miles
    Test number
    441418474612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,206 miles (+2,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    28,206 miles
    Test number
    100390842575
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have perished and started to crack.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass25,961 miles (+2,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    25,961 miles
    Test number
    117678544760
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have perished slightly.

  17. Pass23,894 miles (+2,463)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    23,894 miles
    Test number
    199498014304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,431 miles (+2,964)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    21,431 miles
    Test number
    206409413315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres just starting to perish.

  19. Pass18,467 miles (+4,582)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    18,467 miles
    Test number
    189238222317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    13,885 miles
    Test number
    828936211310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 562 DFJ

What vehicle is registration 562 DFJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 562 DFJ on a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 24 Dec 2008. 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 562 DFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 562 DFJ is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 562 DFJ?
The MOT on 562 DFJ is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 562 DFJ done?
562 DFJ was recorded at 55,541 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 2,791 miles a year.
Has 562 DFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 562 DFJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on 562 DFJ 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 562 DFJ find?
562 DFJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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