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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

K70 YLYMOT history

K70 YLY is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 187,277 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

K70 YLY black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
187,277 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K70 YLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K70 YLY was last recorded at 187,277 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 14,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Apr 2017: 56,838 miles, lower than 93,697 miles on 22 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
172,713 miles · 25 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14,564 miles
Average per year
8,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,277 miles
  • 2025 – 172,713 miles
  • 2024 – 169,877 miles
  • 2023 – 161,886 miles
  • 2022 – 145,376 miles
  • 2021 – 128,636 miles
  • 2019 – 120,079 miles
  • 2018 – 112,084 miles
  • 2017 – 56,838 miles
  • 2016 – 93,697 miles
  • 2015 – 86,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,277 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,277 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    187,277 miles
    Test number
    242065950715
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (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))
  2. Fail187,277 miles (+14,564)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,277 miles
    Test number
    500449680266
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (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))
  3. Pass172,713 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    172,713 miles
    Test number
    819411913621
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear frame, suspension components, arms, springs, area corroded
  4. Fail172,712 miles (+2,835)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,712 miles
    Test number
    196043148653
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear frame, suspension components, arms, springs, area corroded
  5. Pass169,877 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    169,877 miles
    Test number
    924955865494
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both n/s/f and o/s/f lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not operating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sun visor broken but not obstructing drivers view
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall , (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail169,877 miles (+7,991)2 dangerous6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,877 miles
    Test number
    727095526500
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both n/s/f and o/s/f lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not operating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sun visor broken but not obstructing drivers view
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall , (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass161,886 miles (+684)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    161,886 miles
    Test number
    159347212680
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail161,202 miles (+15,826)2 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,202 miles
    Test number
    957082907209
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass145,376 miles (+16,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,376 miles
    Test number
    592009676624
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass128,636 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,636 miles
    Test number
    579596534212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySub frame bush
  11. Fail128,636 miles (+8,557)2 dangerous2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,636 miles
    Test number
    548188848509
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySub frame bush
  12. Pass120,079 miles (+7,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,079 miles
    Test number
    714142569689
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Nail in tyre
  13. Pass112,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    112,084 miles
    Test number
    295049238882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,084 miles (+55,246)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,084 miles
    Test number
    683848579952
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  15. Pass56,838 miles (-36,859)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,838 miles
    Test number
    372800359724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,697 miles (+7,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,697 miles
    Test number
    779344214399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Fail86,061 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,061 miles
    Test number
    265247315193
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
  18. Pass86,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,061 miles
    Test number
    776537215151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K70 YLY

Does K70 YLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K70 YLY is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K70 YLY?
The MOT on K70 YLY is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K70 YLY done?
K70 YLY was recorded at 187,277 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 8,960 miles a year.
Has K70 YLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K70 YLY has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K70 YLY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Apr 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K70 YLY find?
K70 YLY passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s; rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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