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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 3,189 cc

C8 KCBMOT history

C8 KCB is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

C8 KCB black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
120,909 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 KCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 KCB was last recorded at 120,909 miles on 30 May 2026, 4,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,177 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,732 miles
Average per year
5,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,909 miles
  • 2025 – 116,177 miles
  • 2024 – 109,795 miles
  • 2023 – 105,804 miles
  • 2022 – 99,986 miles
  • 2021 – 96,155 miles
  • 2020 – 92,389 miles
  • 2019 – 86,135 miles
  • 2018 – 78,353 miles
  • 2017 – 71,649 miles
  • 2016 – 58,316 miles
  • 2015 – 53,843 miles
  • 2014 – 52,184 miles
  • 2013 – 45,709 miles
  • 2012 – 38,757 miles
  • 2011 – 33,301 miles
  • 2010 – 28,778 miles
  • 2009 – 21,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,909 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,909 miles (+4,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,909 miles
    Test number
    344607814304
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass116,177 miles (+6,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    116,177 miles
    Test number
    181503316224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass109,795 miles (+3,991)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,795 miles
    Test number
    155716089840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,804 miles (+5,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,804 miles
    Test number
    520011689994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass99,986 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,986 miles
    Test number
    355303958694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,155 miles (+3,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,155 miles
    Test number
    514411395739
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Heavily Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass92,389 miles (+6,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,389 miles
    Test number
    118777597972
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs heavily corroded
  8. Pass86,135 miles (+7,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,135 miles
    Test number
    700086806089
    • AdvisoryF tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s outer cv gaitor condition
  9. Pass78,353 miles (+6,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,353 miles
    Test number
    647621364214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass71,649 miles (+13,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,649 miles
    Test number
    790072317923
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISCS AND PADS WORN WIPERS WORN
  11. Pass58,316 miles (+4,473)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,316 miles
    Test number
    957250560519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both/worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass53,843 miles (+1,659)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,843 miles
    Test number
    876977965181
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside fron sidewall damage
  13. Pass52,184 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,184 miles
    Test number
    249336174126
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  14. Fail52,184 miles (+6,475)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,184 miles
    Test number
    207205074487
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOil leak covering nearside front suspension
  15. Pass45,709 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,709 miles
    Test number
    118968373112
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail45,709 miles (+6,952)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,709 miles
    Test number
    955547773136
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass38,757 miles (+5,456)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,757 miles
    Test number
    579578172164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,301 miles (+4,523)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,301 miles
    Test number
    936839371157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,778 miles (+7,290)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,778 miles
    Test number
    182570060191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,488 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,488 miles
    Test number
    120989869196
    • NoteFront brake discs have slight grooves
    • NoteFront discs have slight lip
    • NoteUnder body coverd by plastic shields
  21. Fail21,488 miles (+358)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,488 miles
    Test number
    211789069463
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs have slight grooves
    • NoteFront discs have slight lip
    • NoteUnder body coverd by plastic shields
  22. Fail21,130 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,130 miles
    Test number
    760294159139
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteF & R number plates starting to delaminate
    • NoteNSF tyre is balding on the inner side wall and will exspose chords soon , recomend replacement

Questions about C8 KCB

Does C8 KCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 KCB is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 KCB?
The MOT on C8 KCB is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 KCB done?
C8 KCB was recorded at 120,909 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 5,873 miles a year.
Has C8 KCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 KCB has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on C8 KCB 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 KCB find?
C8 KCB passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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