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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

A3 UTNMOT history

A3 UTN is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

A3 UTN silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
83,159 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A3 UTN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A3 UTN was last recorded at 83,159 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,059 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
4,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,159 miles
  • 2025 – 73,449 miles
  • 2024 – 64,750 miles
  • 2022 – 57,356 miles
  • 2021 – 49,884 miles
  • 2019 – 45,505 miles
  • 2018 – 43,469 miles
  • 2017 – 41,066 miles
  • 2016 – 35,802 miles
  • 2015 – 22,657 miles
  • 2014 – 20,114 miles
  • 2013 – 17,913 miles
  • 2012 – 15,256 miles
  • 2011 – 11,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,159 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside front outer cv rubber starting to split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,159 miles (+100)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    83,159 miles
    Test number
    697381920843
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail83,059 miles (+9,610)2 dangerous3 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,059 miles
    Test number
    381355459854
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,449 miles
    Test number
    139504866590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail73,449 miles (+8,699)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,449 miles
    Test number
    179127656952
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass64,750 miles (+7,394)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,750 miles
    Test number
    399517019930
    • MinorOffside 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 both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass57,356 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    834479776256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail57,356 miles (+3,690)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    455659175221
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass53,666 miles (+3,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,666 miles
    Test number
    564589735581
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights not working

  9. Pass49,884 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,884 miles
    Test number
    479694922996
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv rubber starting to split

  10. Fail49,875 miles (+4,370)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,875 miles
    Test number
    456501507593
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv rubber starting to split

  11. Pass45,505 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    240207880399
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail45,505 miles (+2,036)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    641572150067
    • MajorOffside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass43,469 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,469 miles
    Test number
    687918782721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,066 miles (+5,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,066 miles
    Test number
    239311968123
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass35,802 miles (+13,145)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,802 miles
    Test number
    980717964319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,657 miles (+2,543)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    22,657 miles
    Test number
    269725495409
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edge

  17. Pass20,114 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    20,114 miles
    Test number
    906355804220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,913 miles (+2,657)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    17,913 miles
    Test number
    707953123236
    • NoteEmisions too low to record

  19. Pass15,256 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    15,256 miles
    Test number
    427364882145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail11,670 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,670 miles
    Test number
    339185191107
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteEmmisions to clean to record any reading

  21. Pass11,670 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    11,670 miles
    Test number
    568095091111
    • NoteEmmisions to clean to record any reading

Questions about A3 UTN

Does A3 UTN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A3 UTN is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A3 UTN?
The MOT on A3 UTN is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A3 UTN done?
A3 UTN was recorded at 83,159 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 4,885 miles a year.
Has A3 UTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A3 UTN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on A3 UTN 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 A3 UTN find?
A3 UTN passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: front headlamp lens slightly defective both.

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