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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

C8 JNMMOT history

C8 JNM is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 7 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

C8 JNM black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
98,637 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 JNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 JNM was last recorded at 98,637 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 1,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,389 miles · 18 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1,248 miles
Average per year
7,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,637 miles
  • 2025 – 89,067 miles
  • 2024 – 77,397 miles
  • 2023 – 65,467 miles
  • 2022 – 56,030 miles
  • 2021 – 45,674 miles
  • 2020 – 40,132 miles
  • 2019 – 30,809 miles
  • 2018 – 22,081 miles
  • 2017 – 17,717 miles
  • 2016 – 14,132 miles
  • 2015 – 10,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,637 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush just starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,637 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    98,637 miles
    Test number
    732014131215
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush just starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail98,637 miles (+1,248)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,637 miles
    Test number
    606861940112
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush just starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass97,389 miles (+8,322)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,389 miles
    Test number
    354021247651
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth console bush's slight perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, heavily scrubbing inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass89,067 miles (+11,670)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,067 miles
    Test number
    153378886050
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Pass77,397 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,397 miles
    Test number
    979381111729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted as standard
  6. Fail77,396 miles (+11,929)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,396 miles
    Test number
    799184604932
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  7. Pass65,467 miles (+9,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    65,467 miles
    Test number
    561159413074
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass56,030 miles (+10,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    56,030 miles
    Test number
    122645587253
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass45,674 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    45,674 miles
    Test number
    476411652712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  10. Fail45,670 miles (+5,538)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,670 miles
    Test number
    222829619470
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  11. Pass40,132 miles (+9,323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    40,132 miles
    Test number
    850877130940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  12. Pass30,809 miles (+8,728)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    30,809 miles
    Test number
    282619542670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,081 miles (+4,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    22,081 miles
    Test number
    141021273054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
  14. Pass17,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    17,717 miles
    Test number
    997625708467
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  15. Fail17,714 miles (+3,582)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,714 miles
    Test number
    583251614089
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  16. Pass14,132 miles (+4,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    14,132 miles
    Test number
    433106022076
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  17. Pass10,096 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,096 miles
    Test number
    416106555005
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about C8 JNM

Does C8 JNM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 JNM is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 JNM?
The MOT on C8 JNM is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 JNM done?
C8 JNM was recorded at 98,637 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 7,819 miles a year.
Has C8 JNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 JNM has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 JNM 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 JNM find?
C8 JNM passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip front screen; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush just starting to split; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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