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Audi A3

Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

K8 BJVMOT history

K8 BJV is a beige petrol Audi A3 first used on 8 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

K8 BJV beige Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,996 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 BJV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 BJV was last recorded at 95,996 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,097 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
899 miles
Average per year
4,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,996 miles
  • 2025 – 95,097 miles
  • 2024 – 90,500 miles
  • 2023 – 89,062 miles
  • 2022 – 88,256 miles
  • 2021 – 87,215 miles
  • 2020 – 86,139 miles
  • 2018 – 82,813 miles
  • 2017 – 79,259 miles
  • 2016 – 75,539 miles
  • 2015 – 71,219 miles
  • 2014 – 66,671 miles
  • 2013 – 62,073 miles
  • 2012 – 55,607 miles
  • 2011 – 49,201 miles
  • 2010 – 36,872 miles
  • 2009 – 29,492 miles
  • 2007 – 13,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,996 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear shocker cover adrift

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,996 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,996 miles
    Test number
    893739916643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,097 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,097 miles
    Test number
    813817451734
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker cover adrift
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail95,097 miles (+4,597)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,097 miles
    Test number
    268409832260
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker cover adrift
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,500 miles (+1,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,500 miles
    Test number
    311138053551
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker cover adrift
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,062 miles (+806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,062 miles
    Test number
    648799250835
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass88,256 miles (+1,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    88,256 miles
    Test number
    471721381129
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass87,215 miles (+1,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,215 miles
    Test number
    724686449460
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess middle stabilizer bar has play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,139 miles (+3,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,139 miles
    Test number
    167212542936
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass82,813 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,813 miles
    Test number
    956947349853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,259 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,259 miles
    Test number
    500643737438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,539 miles (+126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    75,539 miles
    Test number
    393948077828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail75,413 miles (+4,194)1 dangerous19 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    710692333068
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering warning light on

  13. Pass71,219 miles (+4,548)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    71,219 miles
    Test number
    615673515274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded

  14. Pass66,671 miles (+4,598)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,671 miles
    Test number
    889201514284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded and pitted on inner surfaces but not weakened

  15. Pass62,073 miles (+6,466)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,073 miles
    Test number
    805500813257
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass55,607 miles (+6,406)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,607 miles
    Test number
    395355312233
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass49,201 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,201 miles
    Test number
    247022701205
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low
    • NoteSlight smear from front wiper blades

  18. Fail49,200 miles (+12,328)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,200 miles
    Test number
    999991901282
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low
    • NoteSlight smear from front wiper blades

  19. Pass36,872 miles (+7,380)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,872 miles
    Test number
    272118400294
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteSlight play at nearside front wishbone front bush
    • NoteSlight smear from front wiper blades

  20. Pass29,492 miles (+16,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,492 miles
    Test number
    350425419267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass13,348 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    13,348 miles
    Test number
    341755177228
    • NoteDrivers side front has slight damage to side wall.

  22. Fail13,348 miles1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,348 miles
    Test number
    454564777289
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NotePassenger side front tyre has slight wall damage.

Questions about K8 BJV

Does K8 BJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 BJV is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 BJV?
The MOT on K8 BJV is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 BJV done?
K8 BJV was recorded at 95,996 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 4,452 miles a year.
Has K8 BJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 BJV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 BJV 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 K8 BJV find?
K8 BJV passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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