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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

K33 VBKMOT history

K33 VBK is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 21 Apr 2006. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2025.

K33 VBK blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
125,020 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 VBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K33 VBK was last recorded at 125,020 miles on 17 Mar 2025, 8,043 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,977 miles · 15 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
8,043 miles
Average per year
5,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,020 miles
  • 2024 – 116,977 miles
  • 2023 – 109,102 miles
  • 2022 – 100,390 miles
  • 2021 – 97,485 miles
  • 2020 – 91,371 miles
  • 2019 – 86,515 miles
  • 2018 – 79,925 miles
  • 2017 – 74,649 miles
  • 2016 – 67,760 miles
  • 2015 – 63,105 miles
  • 2014 – 59,722 miles
  • 2013 – 54,959 miles
  • 2012 – 49,752 miles
  • 2011 – 45,384 miles
  • 2010 – 41,859 miles
  • 2009 – 33,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,020 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and anti roll bar (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.

  • Both Rear Radius arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Suspensions Are Slightly Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,020 miles (+8,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,020 miles
    Test number
    581402448905
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and anti roll bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,977 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    410683288453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail116,977 miles (+7,875)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    593279840425
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass109,102 miles (+8,712)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,102 miles
    Test number
    269165328424
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass100,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,390 miles
    Test number
    135732096930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,390 miles (+2,905)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,390 miles
    Test number
    155730759879
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass97,485 miles (+24)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,485 miles
    Test number
    747347651806
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Radius arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspensions Are Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  8. Fail97,461 miles (+6,090)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,461 miles
    Test number
    253179572386
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Radius arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspensions Are Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  9. Pass91,371 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    91,371 miles
    Test number
    946927781131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,515 miles (+6,590)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,515 miles
    Test number
    529792865218
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Radius arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspensions Are Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  11. Pass79,925 miles (+5,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,925 miles
    Test number
    680596927525
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays

  12. Pass74,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,649 miles
    Test number
    244946726190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail74,649 miles (+6,889)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,649 miles
    Test number
    461636842257
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass67,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,760 miles
    Test number
    433681716724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail67,760 miles (+4,655)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,760 miles
    Test number
    821674573595
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass63,105 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,105 miles
    Test number
    358486555065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    626433764050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,722 miles (+4,763)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    135803864040
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass54,959 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,959 miles
    Test number
    136114463432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,752 miles (+4,368)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,752 miles
    Test number
    118502852095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,384 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,384 miles
    Test number
    366657061066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,859 miles (+8,046)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,859 miles
    Test number
    580011160040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,813 miles
    Test number
    241313619105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,812 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,812 miles
    Test number
    361163019136
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 K33 VBK

Does K33 VBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K33 VBK expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K33 VBK?
The MOT on K33 VBK expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K33 VBK done?
K33 VBK was recorded at 125,020 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2025, an average of 5,737 miles a year.
Has K33 VBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 VBK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on K33 VBK 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 VBK find?
K33 VBK passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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