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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

K55 NDWMOT history

K55 NDW is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 22 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 161,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2024.

K55 NDW silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2025
Mileage
161,344 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 NDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 NDW was last recorded at 161,344 miles on 4 Dec 2024, 3,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,419 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,925 miles
Average per year
7,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,344 miles
  • 2023 – 157,419 miles
  • 2022 – 151,601 miles
  • 2021 – 147,876 miles
  • 2020 – 144,052 miles
  • 2019 – 140,377 miles
  • 2018 – 135,446 miles
  • 2017 – 125,697 miles
  • 2016 – 115,591 miles
  • 2015 – 107,493 miles
  • 2014 – 99,485 miles
  • 2013 – 88,518 miles
  • 2012 – 78,154 miles
  • 2011 – 62,448 miles
  • 2010 – 49,965 miles
  • 2009 – 37,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,344 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,344 miles (+3,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    161,344 miles
    Test number
    421907726657
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass157,419 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    157,419 miles
    Test number
    796449341902
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail157,415 miles (+5,814)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,415 miles
    Test number
    220823407897
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass151,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,601 miles
    Test number
    336745220802
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmell of fuel

  5. Fail151,597 miles (+3,721)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,597 miles
    Test number
    983435126160
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmell of fuel

  6. Pass147,876 miles (+3,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    147,876 miles
    Test number
    957310453397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,052 miles (+3,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,052 miles
    Test number
    110436362943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body and components

  8. Pass140,377 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,377 miles
    Test number
    375320291806
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail140,377 miles (+46)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,377 miles
    Test number
    776386646713
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail140,331 miles (+4,885)2 dangerous9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,331 miles
    Test number
    126379746140
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test PHONE HOLDER (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT PLUS NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE SHOWING SIGNS OF BINDING

  11. Pass135,446 miles (+9,749)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    135,446 miles
    Test number
    268804240084
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass125,697 miles (+10,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,697 miles
    Test number
    991496331492
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides , rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass115,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    115,591 miles
    Test number
    558353160624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,591 miles (+8,098)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,591 miles
    Test number
    602639754323
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced originals in boot refitted (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass107,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,493 miles
    Test number
    884449057562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,493 miles (+8,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,493 miles
    Test number
    155750257797
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced front and rear (6.3.4a)

  17. Pass99,485 miles (+10,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,485 miles
    Test number
    449376124499
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass88,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,518 miles
    Test number
    778545293237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail88,518 miles (+10,364)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,518 miles
    Test number
    645914293210
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass78,154 miles (+15,706)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    78,154 miles
    Test number
    348907192298
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs have some minor rust build up on inner faces outer edges.
    • NoteFull lower engine cover & side floor covers fitted.
    • NoteMinor cracking on n/s/f cv boot around clamp.

  21. Pass62,448 miles (+12,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,448 miles
    Test number
    356994051125
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass49,965 miles (+12,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,965 miles
    Test number
    633995450196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass37,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,507 miles
    Test number
    203422769151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K55 NDW

Does K55 NDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K55 NDW expired on 3 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K55 NDW?
The MOT on K55 NDW expired on 3 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K55 NDW done?
K55 NDW was recorded at 161,344 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2024, an average of 7,998 miles a year.
Has K55 NDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 NDW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K55 NDW 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 K55 NDW find?
K55 NDW passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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