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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

851 MAEMOT history

851 MAE is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 3 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 186,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

851 MAE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
186,055 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
851 MAE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

851 MAE was last recorded at 186,055 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 8,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,777 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,278 miles
Average per year
9,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,055 miles
  • 2025 – 177,777 miles
  • 2024 – 168,277 miles
  • 2023 – 164,387 miles
  • 2022 – 158,742 miles
  • 2021 – 154,323 miles
  • 2020 – 150,952 miles
  • 2019 – 148,000 miles
  • 2018 – 139,457 miles
  • 2017 – 129,444 miles
  • 2016 – 115,367 miles
  • 2015 – 101,971 miles
  • 2014 – 89,577 miles
  • 2013 – 77,254 miles
  • 2012 – 63,345 miles
  • 2011 – 47,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,055 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end and swivel boots small splits and perished

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,055 miles (+8,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    186,055 miles
    Test number
    579686425136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end and swivel boots small splits and perished

  2. Pass177,777 miles (+9,500)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    177,777 miles
    Test number
    357857748923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,277 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    168,277 miles
    Test number
    898638576682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,387 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    164,387 miles
    Test number
    990308880223
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension boots & bushes perished

  5. Fail164,387 miles (+5,645)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,387 miles
    Test number
    561114952824
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension boots & bushes perished

  6. Pass158,742 miles (+4,419)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    158,742 miles
    Test number
    921177984547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass154,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    154,323 miles
    Test number
    737679663282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edges

  8. Fail154,323 miles (+3,371)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,323 miles
    Test number
    542006293786
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edges

  9. Pass150,952 miles (+2,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    150,952 miles
    Test number
    440520993053
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears & perished (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass148,000 miles (+8,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,000 miles
    Test number
    992769474021
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low on inner edges

  11. Pass139,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    139,457 miles
    Test number
    639125078755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and badly feathered (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail139,457 miles (+10,013)4 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,457 miles
    Test number
    800420734174
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and badly feathered (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass129,444 miles (+14,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,444 miles
    Test number
    843999576844
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn & pads low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre just off limits

  14. Pass115,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,367 miles
    Test number
    255149994974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail115,367 miles (+13,396)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,367 miles
    Test number
    436002711989
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre on limits

  16. Pass101,971 miles (+12,394)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,971 miles
    Test number
    316572985149
    • NoteChips on screen
    • NoteRear tyres close to limits & worn on inner edges

  17. Pass89,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,577 miles
    Test number
    378222484118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,577 miles (+12,323)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,577 miles
    Test number
    928962284154
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to limits on outer edge

  19. Pass77,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,254 miles
    Test number
    297304483493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,254 miles (+13,909)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,254 miles
    Test number
    417343083195
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass63,345 miles (+16,328)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,345 miles
    Test number
    637189672155
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteO/s rear tyre close to limit

  22. Pass47,017 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,017 miles
    Test number
    785993071155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 851 MAE

What vehicle is registration 851 MAE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 851 MAE on a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 3 Jul 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 851 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 851 MAE is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 851 MAE?
The MOT on 851 MAE is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 851 MAE done?
851 MAE was recorded at 186,055 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 9,162 miles a year.
Has 851 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 851 MAE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on 851 MAE 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 851 MAE find?
851 MAE passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; o/s/f track rod end and swivel boots small splits and perished.

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