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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

C8 BYOMOT history

C8 BYO is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 7 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

C8 BYO silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,610 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 BYO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 BYO was last recorded at 94,610 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 10,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,589 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,021 miles
Average per year
4,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,610 miles
  • 2025 – 84,589 miles
  • 2024 – 77,162 miles
  • 2023 – 71,964 miles
  • 2022 – 66,774 miles
  • 2021 – 60,523 miles
  • 2020 – 56,007 miles
  • 2019 – 51,391 miles
  • 2018 – 47,315 miles
  • 2017 – 43,704 miles
  • 2016 – 40,510 miles
  • 2015 – 36,916 miles
  • 2014 – 32,768 miles
  • 2013 – 29,179 miles
  • 2012 – 25,676 miles
  • 2011 – 21,618 miles
  • 2010 – 18,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,610 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight loss of grease from nearside outer cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,610 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,610 miles
    Test number
    515387039201
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight loss of grease from nearside outer cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

  2. Fail94,610 miles (+10,021)3 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,610 miles
    Test number
    410367204944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight loss of grease from nearside outer cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

  3. Pass84,589 miles (+7,427)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,589 miles
    Test number
    766562895217
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face corroding (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 worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear wishbones corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating

  4. Pass77,162 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,162 miles
    Test number
    948543869220
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroding and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail77,162 miles (+5,198)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,162 miles
    Test number
    184039987881
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroding and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,964 miles (+5,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,964 miles
    Test number
    339134122529
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face slightly corroding and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    290108190745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,774 miles (+6,251)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    466191215812
    • 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 worn close to cord inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass60,523 miles (+4,516)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,523 miles
    Test number
    273494363139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,007 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,007 miles
    Test number
    753820228467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,391 miles (+4,076)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,391 miles
    Test number
    596347958794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,315 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    47,315 miles
    Test number
    367311946637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,704 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,704 miles
    Test number
    114894884274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,510 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    138704077630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,916 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,916 miles
    Test number
    526648855047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,768 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,768 miles
    Test number
    398944164059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,179 miles
    Test number
    628167263087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail29,179 miles (+3,503)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,179 miles
    Test number
    747317963058
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass25,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,676 miles
    Test number
    635509152088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,676 miles (+4,058)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,676 miles
    Test number
    559238552060
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass21,618 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,618 miles
    Test number
    147646151465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    18,444 miles
    Test number
    432724460017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 BYO

Does C8 BYO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 BYO is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 BYO?
The MOT on C8 BYO is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 BYO done?
C8 BYO was recorded at 94,610 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,745 miles a year.
Has C8 BYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 BYO has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 BYO 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 C8 BYO find?
C8 BYO passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight loss of grease from nearside outer cv boot; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face corroding; fuel cap seal deteriorating, and 1 more.

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