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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

K26 DRCMOT history

K26 DRC is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 10 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 123,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

K26 DRC grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
123,261 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K26 DRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
10 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K26 DRC was last recorded at 123,261 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 20,435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,826 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
20,435 miles
Average per year
13,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,261 miles
  • 2024 – 102,826 miles
  • 2023 – 83,618 miles
  • 2022 – 67,142 miles
  • 2021 – 51,625 miles
  • 2020 – 42,852 miles
  • 2019 – 29,945 miles
  • 2018 – 24,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,261 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 11 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,261 miles (+20,435)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    123,261 miles
    Test number
    433945549152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,826 miles (+19,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    102,826 miles
    Test number
    774237083584
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass83,618 miles (+16,476)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,618 miles
    Test number
    252128926250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,142 miles (+15,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,142 miles
    Test number
    153326583842
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass51,625 miles (+8,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    51,625 miles
    Test number
    157061112279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass42,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,852 miles
    Test number
    296038793573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,852 miles (+780)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,852 miles
    Test number
    393555981299
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass42,072 miles (+12,127)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    42,072 miles
    Test number
    546595725101
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass29,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    29,945 miles
    Test number
    668715830897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail29,945 miles (+5,176)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,945 miles
    Test number
    572297601304
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass24,769 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    24,769 miles
    Test number
    547932238773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about K26 DRC

Does K26 DRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K26 DRC is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K26 DRC?
The MOT on K26 DRC is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K26 DRC done?
K26 DRC was recorded at 123,261 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 13,319 miles a year.
Has K26 DRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K26 DRC has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on K26 DRC 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 K26 DRC find?
K26 DRC passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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