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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

K21 HSYMOT history

K21 HSY is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 16 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

K21 HSY black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
141,131 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 HSY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 HSY was last recorded at 141,131 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 76 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,055 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
76 miles
Average per year
7,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,131 miles
  • 2025 – 122,338 miles
  • 2024 – 118,716 miles
  • 2023 – 112,965 miles
  • 2022 – 108,059 miles
  • 2021 – 92,486 miles
  • 2020 – 80,347 miles
  • 2019 – 71,290 miles
  • 2017 – 63,620 miles
  • 2016 – 58,073 miles
  • 2015 – 55,212 miles
  • 2014 – 49,142 miles
  • 2013 – 42,514 miles
  • 2012 – 33,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,131 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre over 10 years oldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre over 10 years oldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,131 miles (+76)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    141,131 miles
    Test number
    470367928556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail141,055 miles (+18,717)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,055 miles
    Test number
    508780617691
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass122,338 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,338 miles
    Test number
    573880365780
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail122,336 miles (+3,620)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,336 miles
    Test number
    681966150149
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass118,716 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    118,716 miles
    Test number
    386017087433
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail118,687 miles (+5,722)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,687 miles
    Test number
    707205514205
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working in wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass112,965 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,965 miles
    Test number
    650217820049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,059 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,059 miles
    Test number
    925978680679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,056 miles (+15,570)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,056 miles
    Test number
    279220577360
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass92,486 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,486 miles
    Test number
    787072581971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,485 miles (+12,138)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,485 miles
    Test number
    692313401739
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass80,347 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,347 miles
    Test number
    832201854726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,244 miles (+8,954)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,244 miles
    Test number
    610305769713
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  14. Pass71,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,290 miles
    Test number
    836144077721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,290 miles (+7,670)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,290 miles
    Test number
    750751626418
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass63,620 miles (+5,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,620 miles
    Test number
    128566119100
    • AdvisoryN/s/f anti roll bar link boot deteriorated
  17. Pass58,073 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,073 miles
    Test number
    506860398911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,212 miles (+6,070)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,212 miles
    Test number
    467824717691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,142 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,142 miles
    Test number
    565232924378
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass49,142 miles (+6,628)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,142 miles
    Test number
    676112024331
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass42,514 miles (+9,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,514 miles
    Test number
    775253223372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass33,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,082 miles
    Test number
    188124822327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,082 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,082 miles
    Test number
    769394022307
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K21 HSY

Does K21 HSY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 HSY is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 HSY?
The MOT on K21 HSY is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 HSY done?
K21 HSY was recorded at 141,131 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 7,866 miles a year.
Has K21 HSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 HSY has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K21 HSY 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 K21 HSY find?
K21 HSY passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre over 10 years old; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive; offside front tyre over 10 years old, and 2 more.

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