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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

K23 PALMOT history

K23 PAL is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 28 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 131,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

K23 PAL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
131,935 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 PAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 PAL was last recorded at 131,935 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,799 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
136 miles
Average per year
9,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,935 miles
  • 2025 – 124,575 miles
  • 2024 – 115,674 miles
  • 2023 – 110,455 miles
  • 2022 – 98,044 miles
  • 2021 – 88,835 miles
  • 2019 – 75,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,935 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 29 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,935 miles (+136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    131,935 miles
    Test number
    305729841980
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,799 miles (+7,224)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,799 miles
    Test number
    119630230997
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,575 miles (+8,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,575 miles
    Test number
    145758950079
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass115,674 miles (+5,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,674 miles
    Test number
    899026178648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass110,455 miles (+12,411)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,455 miles
    Test number
    276277612758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,044 miles (+9,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,044 miles
    Test number
    457139188862
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,835 miles (+13,552)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,835 miles
    Test number
    658330208001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    207071592454
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about K23 PAL

Does K23 PAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 PAL is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 PAL?
The MOT on K23 PAL is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 PAL done?
K23 PAL was recorded at 131,935 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 9,180 miles a year.
Has K23 PAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 PAL has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K23 PAL 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 K23 PAL find?
K23 PAL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: engine mounting damaged but not to excess; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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