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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

K50 COGMOT history

K50 COG is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

K50 COG silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
112,366 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K50 COG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K50 COG was last recorded at 112,366 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 4,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,364 miles · 7 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,002 miles
Average per year
6,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,366 miles
  • 2022 – 108,364 miles
  • 2021 – 106,873 miles
  • 2020 – 105,948 miles
  • 2019 – 101,718 miles
  • 2018 – 92,289 miles
  • 2017 – 87,201 miles
  • 2016 – 80,191 miles
  • 2015 – 71,340 miles
  • 2014 – 59,759 miles
  • 2013 – 50,330 miles
  • 2012 – 39,865 miles
  • 2011 – 33,056 miles
  • 2010 – 25,832 miles
  • 2009 – 20,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,366 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,366 miles (+4,002)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    112,366 miles
    Test number
    154811490720
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass108,364 miles (+52)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,364 miles
    Test number
    747692685635
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated INNER CLIP LOOSE BUT NOT LEAKING (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail108,312 miles (+1,439)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,312 miles
    Test number
    295977157521
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNO coolant in reservoir
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass106,873 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,873 miles
    Test number
    159699945511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail106,872 miles (+924)1 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,872 miles
    Test number
    647974991554
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Brake also binding. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass105,948 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,948 miles
    Test number
    101301188692
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail105,948 miles (+4,230)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,948 miles
    Test number
    495804359274
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass101,718 miles (+9,429)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,718 miles
    Test number
    632342088376
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass92,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,289 miles
    Test number
    995097729683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,288 miles (+5,087)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,288 miles
    Test number
    809608241213
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass87,201 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,201 miles
    Test number
    130633224244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  12. Fail87,201 miles (+7,010)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,201 miles
    Test number
    395140041591
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  13. Pass80,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,191 miles
    Test number
    620928688757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,191 miles (+8,851)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,191 miles
    Test number
    527961705697
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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. Pass71,340 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,340 miles
    Test number
    485984575164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,338 miles (+11,579)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,338 miles
    Test number
    165619765132
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass59,759 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,759 miles
    Test number
    267892504401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine warning lamp staying on.
    • NoteWipers leaving streaks.

  18. Fail59,755 miles (+9,425)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    375662804148
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine warning lamp staying on.
    • NoteWipers leaving streaks.

  19. Pass50,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,330 miles
    Test number
    655499203171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,330 miles (+10,465)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,330 miles
    Test number
    937589103159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass39,865 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    966673852080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,853 miles (+6,797)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    665189742066
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass33,056 miles (+7,224)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,056 miles
    Test number
    137465751481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,832 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,832 miles
    Test number
    352564850019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,027 miles
    Test number
    423431759008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K50 COG

Does K50 COG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K50 COG expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K50 COG?
The MOT on K50 COG expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K50 COG done?
K50 COG was recorded at 112,366 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 6,285 miles a year.
Has K50 COG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K50 COG has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on K50 COG 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 K50 COG find?
K50 COG passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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