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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

C5 RYCMOT history

C5 RYC is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 26 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 131,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

C5 RYC black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2025
Mileage
131,370 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 RYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 RYC was last recorded at 131,370 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,149 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
221 miles
Average per year
7,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,370 miles
  • 2023 – 126,861 miles
  • 2022 – 120,911 miles
  • 2021 – 115,878 miles
  • 2020 – 112,346 miles
  • 2019 – 102,773 miles
  • 2018 – 90,628 miles
  • 2017 – 75,616 miles
  • 2016 – 63,144 miles
  • 2014 – 62,685 miles
  • 2013 – 47,412 miles
  • 2012 – 39,823 miles
  • 2011 – 28,999 miles
  • 2010 – 22,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,370 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered in under seal not allowing inspection

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,370 miles (+221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,370 miles
    Test number
    296513270900
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered in under seal not allowing inspection

  2. Fail131,149 miles (+4,288)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,149 miles
    Test number
    135062076688
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass126,861 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    126,861 miles
    Test number
    138100191712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail126,861 miles (+5,950)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,861 miles
    Test number
    714360675670
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass120,911 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    120,911 miles
    Test number
    507708972889
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail120,911 miles (+5,033)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,911 miles
    Test number
    761074796711
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,878 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,878 miles
    Test number
    737617198647
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  8. Fail115,874 miles (+3,528)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,874 miles
    Test number
    877307874926
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  9. Pass112,346 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    112,346 miles
    Test number
    182256286378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail112,134 miles (+9,361)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    571933412465
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass102,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    934424263951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,773 miles (+12,145)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    231503955504
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass90,628 miles (+15,012)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,628 miles
    Test number
    704132216118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,616 miles (+12,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,616 miles
    Test number
    324047594369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  15. Pass63,144 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    801162940883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,685 miles (+15,273)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    156640004365
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass47,412 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,412 miles
    Test number
    917395393269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,410 miles (+7,587)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,410 miles
    Test number
    559180693248
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass39,823 miles (+10,824)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,823 miles
    Test number
    276966592099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,999 miles (+6,893)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,999 miles
    Test number
    557009801155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    22,106 miles
    Test number
    180285500122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 RYC

Does C5 RYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 RYC expired on 20 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 RYC?
The MOT on C5 RYC expired on 20 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 RYC done?
C5 RYC was recorded at 131,370 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 7,703 miles a year.
Has C5 RYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 RYC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on C5 RYC 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 C5 RYC find?
C5 RYC passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; welding repairs covered in under seal not allowing inspection.

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