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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

K33 DSSMOT history

K33 DSS is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 20 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 124,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

K33 DSS black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
124,052 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 DSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K33 DSS was last recorded at 124,052 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 6,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,279 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,773 miles
Average per year
7,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,052 miles
  • 2025 – 117,279 miles
  • 2024 – 112,327 miles
  • 2023 – 99,280 miles
  • 2022 – 91,134 miles
  • 2021 – 87,107 miles
  • 2019 – 60,787 miles
  • 2018 – 53,023 miles
  • 2017 – 44,807 miles
  • 2016 – 39,515 miles
  • 2015 – 34,335 miles
  • 2014 – 33,459 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,052 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,052 miles (+6,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    124,052 miles
    Test number
    823043448552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,279 miles (+12)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,279 miles
    Test number
    320198295261
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light tinted (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail117,267 miles (+4,940)2 dangerous4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,267 miles
    Test number
    337029864680
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light tinted (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass112,327 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    112,327 miles
    Test number
    300925161348
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail112,327 miles (+13,047)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,327 miles
    Test number
    963676576795
    • Repaired at testFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass99,280 miles (+8,146)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,280 miles
    Test number
    676690456577
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass91,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    91,134 miles
    Test number
    225687062905
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail91,134 miles (+4,027)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,134 miles
    Test number
    683744413633
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,107 miles (+26,320)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,107 miles
    Test number
    142991049984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,787 miles (+7,764)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,787 miles
    Test number
    169416800302
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slight damage on outer sidewall

  11. Pass53,023 miles (+8,216)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,023 miles
    Test number
    191571790141
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass44,807 miles (+5,292)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,807 miles
    Test number
    738254376742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,515 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,515 miles
    Test number
    967583531106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,335 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,335 miles
    Test number
    429595435196
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail34,335 miles (+876)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,335 miles
    Test number
    429974335174
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass33,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,459 miles
    Test number
    277930144395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K33 DSS

Does K33 DSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K33 DSS is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K33 DSS?
The MOT on K33 DSS is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K33 DSS done?
K33 DSS was recorded at 124,052 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 7,715 miles a year.
Has K33 DSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 DSS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K33 DSS 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 K33 DSS find?
K33 DSS passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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