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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

C6 TAPMOT history

C6 TAP is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

C6 TAP red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
129,647 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 TAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 TAP was last recorded at 129,647 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 5,607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,040 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,607 miles
Average per year
5,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,647 miles
  • 2025 – 124,040 miles
  • 2024 – 117,954 miles
  • 2023 – 112,143 miles
  • 2022 – 105,752 miles
  • 2021 – 103,741 miles
  • 2020 – 100,479 miles
  • 2019 – 97,787 miles
  • 2018 – 93,277 miles
  • 2017 – 89,226 miles
  • 2016 – 84,558 miles
  • 2015 – 81,062 miles
  • 2014 – 77,448 miles
  • 2013 – 73,833 miles
  • 2012 – 70,871 miles
  • 2011 – 64,772 miles
  • 2010 – 57,385 miles
  • 2009 – 50,996 miles
  • 2008 – 42,910 miles
  • 2007 – 32,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,647 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,647 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    129,647 miles
    Test number
    926843155706
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corroded

  2. Fail129,647 miles (+5,607)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,647 miles
    Test number
    134894588545
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corroded

  3. Pass124,040 miles (+24)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    124,040 miles
    Test number
    112360153644
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corroded

  4. Fail124,016 miles (+6,062)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,016 miles
    Test number
    648434995976
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corroded

  5. Pass117,954 miles (+5,811)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,954 miles
    Test number
    855093696364
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corroded

  6. Pass112,143 miles (+6,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    112,143 miles
    Test number
    190899374077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass105,752 miles (+2,011)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,752 miles
    Test number
    426495382140
    • 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))

  8. Pass103,741 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,741 miles
    Test number
    901222320968
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Number plate light is dim.

  9. Fail103,732 miles (+3,253)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,732 miles
    Test number
    378686447045
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Number plate light is dim.

  10. Pass100,479 miles (+2,692)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,479 miles
    Test number
    735917938848
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass97,787 miles (+4,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,787 miles
    Test number
    429412486260
    • AdvisoryN/S/F & O/S/F Lower suspension arm bushes perished

  12. Pass93,277 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    93,277 miles
    Test number
    674484482603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,226 miles (+4,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    89,226 miles
    Test number
    137396677933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass84,558 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,558 miles
    Test number
    262066799719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,062 miles (+3,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,062 miles
    Test number
    876814182252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass77,448 miles (+3,615)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    447992644395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass73,833 miles (+2,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,833 miles
    Test number
    859254123313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass70,871 miles (+6,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    70,871 miles
    Test number
    538485442302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass64,772 miles (+7,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,772 miles
    Test number
    105423041358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,385 miles (+6,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    57,385 miles
    Test number
    593831850329
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass50,996 miles (+8,086)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,996 miles
    Test number
    963578549376
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn down

  22. Pass42,910 miles (+9,955)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,910 miles
    Test number
    153596238363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,955 miles
    Test number
    851904547304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C6 TAP

Does C6 TAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 TAP is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 TAP?
The MOT on C6 TAP is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 TAP done?
C6 TAP was recorded at 129,647 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 5,184 miles a year.
Has C6 TAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 TAP has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C6 TAP 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 C6 TAP find?
C6 TAP passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front oil leak, but not excessive; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users, and 7 more.

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