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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

K28 ARDMOT history

K28 ARD is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 18 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 220,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

K28 ARD black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
220,385 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K28 ARD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K28 ARD was last recorded at 220,385 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,381 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
11,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,385 miles
  • 2024 – 220,241 miles
  • 2023 – 210,866 miles
  • 2022 – 189,920 miles
  • 2021 – 169,153 miles
  • 2019 – 145,543 miles
  • 2018 – 129,105 miles
  • 2017 – 126,230 miles
  • 2016 – 121,020 miles
  • 2015 – 110,814 miles
  • 2014 – 93,160 miles
  • 2013 – 83,367 miles
  • 2012 – 68,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,385 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Macpherson strut top mount/bearing slightly notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,385 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    220,385 miles
    Test number
    801796559280
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail220,381 miles (+140)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,381 miles
    Test number
    267183759165
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating near and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass220,241 miles (+9,375)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    220,241 miles
    Test number
    988632900047
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated

  4. Pass210,866 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    210,866 miles
    Test number
    554663676343
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut top mount/bearing slightly notchy
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryUndertrays not allowing full inspection

  5. Fail210,864 miles (+20,944)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,864 miles
    Test number
    430779812441
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut top mount/bearing slightly notchy
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryUndertrays not allowing full inspection

  6. Pass189,920 miles (+20,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    189,920 miles
    Test number
    719103616336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass169,153 miles (+23,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    169,153 miles
    Test number
    547477221704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass145,543 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,543 miles
    Test number
    177496853457
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail145,543 miles (+16,438)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,543 miles
    Test number
    588265433781
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass129,105 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,105 miles
    Test number
    848308334935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,230 miles (+5,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    126,230 miles
    Test number
    226182298714
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass121,020 miles (+10,206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,020 miles
    Test number
    760091104440
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass110,814 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,814 miles
    Test number
    124615881785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,813 miles (+17,653)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,813 miles
    Test number
    807113859725
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass93,160 miles (+9,793)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,160 miles
    Test number
    158500834253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,367 miles (+14,467)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,367 miles
    Test number
    666853633295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,900 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,900 miles
    Test number
    639746192278
    • NoteRight rear lower suspension outter bush cracking slightly

  18. Fail68,900 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,900 miles
    Test number
    675876092233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteRight rear lower suspension outter bush cracking slightly

Questions about K28 ARD

Does K28 ARD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K28 ARD expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K28 ARD?
The MOT on K28 ARD expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K28 ARD done?
K28 ARD was recorded at 220,385 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 11,825 miles a year.
Has K28 ARD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K28 ARD has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on K28 ARD 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 K28 ARD find?
K28 ARD passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face.

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