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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

C8 NLYMOT history

C8 NLY is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 130,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

C8 NLY blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
130,490 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 NLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 NLY was last recorded at 130,490 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,473 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
7,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,490 miles
  • 2024 – 125,269 miles
  • 2023 – 121,017 miles
  • 2022 – 116,620 miles
  • 2021 – 108,391 miles
  • 2020 – 102,417 miles
  • 2019 – 95,583 miles
  • 2018 – 85,026 miles
  • 2017 – 78,107 miles
  • 2016 – 65,524 miles
  • 2015 – 53,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,490 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,490 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,490 miles
    Test number
    479024603722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail130,473 miles (+5,204)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,473 miles
    Test number
    156919312427
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass125,269 miles (+4,252)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    125,269 miles
    Test number
    969441560574
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass121,017 miles (+4,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,017 miles
    Test number
    917251619632
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass116,620 miles (+8,229)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,620 miles
    Test number
    115510447046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,391 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,391 miles
    Test number
    512456068517
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail108,391 miles (+5,974)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,391 miles
    Test number
    930060429117
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass102,417 miles (+6,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,417 miles
    Test number
    949345867285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass95,583 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,583 miles
    Test number
    355610373801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  10. Fail95,583 miles (+10,557)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,583 miles
    Test number
    513805028178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  11. Pass85,026 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,026 miles
    Test number
    795676916734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,107 miles (+12,583)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,107 miles
    Test number
    843094422345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,524 miles (+11,555)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,524 miles
    Test number
    337316879955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,969 miles
    Test number
    348985705256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 NLY

Does C8 NLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 NLY expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 NLY?
The MOT on C8 NLY expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 NLY done?
C8 NLY was recorded at 130,490 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 7,491 miles a year.
Has C8 NLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 NLY has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 NLY 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 NLY find?
C8 NLY passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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