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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

K8 MPHMOT history

K8 MPH is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 2 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

K8 MPH black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,158 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 MPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 MPH was last recorded at 117,158 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 6,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,765 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,393 miles
Average per year
5,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,158 miles
  • 2025 – 110,765 miles
  • 2024 – 106,346 miles
  • 2023 – 102,147 miles
  • 2022 – 92,376 miles
  • 2021 – 83,232 miles
  • 2020 – 79,703 miles
  • 2019 – 74,150 miles
  • 2018 – 69,425 miles
  • 2017 – 64,208 miles
  • 2016 – 59,358 miles
  • 2015 – 54,811 miles
  • 2014 – 49,459 miles
  • 2013 – 43,802 miles
  • 2012 – 37,620 miles
  • 2011 – 31,350 miles
  • 2010 – 25,558 miles
  • 2009 – 19,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,158 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (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.

  • Zero emissions recorded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,158 miles (+6,393)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,158 miles
    Test number
    291923210746
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,765 miles (+4,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    110,765 miles
    Test number
    331538781182
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,346 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    106,346 miles
    Test number
    386676780023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  4. Fail106,344 miles (+4,197)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,344 miles
    Test number
    597873544907
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  5. Pass102,147 miles (+9,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,147 miles
    Test number
    887805620754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass92,376 miles (+243)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,376 miles
    Test number
    403091463808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working top (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail92,133 miles (+8,901)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,133 miles
    Test number
    599129797796
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt joint also noisy (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working top (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass83,232 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,232 miles
    Test number
    871812000692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,703 miles (+5,553)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,703 miles
    Test number
    673416776605
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass74,150 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,150 miles
    Test number
    221425956011
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail74,089 miles (+4,664)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,089 miles
    Test number
    156079384027
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit emission 2.75 plate limit 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass69,425 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,425 miles
    Test number
    314273840516
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryZero emissions recorded

  13. Fail69,424 miles (+5,216)3 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,424 miles
    Test number
    655454802755
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryZero emissions recorded

  14. Pass64,208 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,208 miles
    Test number
    447431412471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryZero emissions recorded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail64,207 miles (+4,849)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,207 miles
    Test number
    268481394630
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryZero emissions recorded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass59,358 miles (+4,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,358 miles
    Test number
    546956148260
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryZero emissions recorded

  17. Pass54,811 miles (+5,352)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,811 miles
    Test number
    978832365139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,459 miles (+5,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,459 miles
    Test number
    797124464194
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass43,802 miles (+6,182)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,802 miles
    Test number
    135317553173
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass37,620 miles (+6,270)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,620 miles
    Test number
    625954942109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,350 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,350 miles
    Test number
    347026321178
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,350 miles (+5,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,350 miles
    Test number
    466766621114
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass25,558 miles (+5,730)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,558 miles
    Test number
    874525920129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,828 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,828 miles
    Test number
    171341939169
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail19,828 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,828 miles
    Test number
    614341739165
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about K8 MPH

Does K8 MPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 MPH is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 MPH?
The MOT on K8 MPH is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 MPH done?
K8 MPH was recorded at 117,158 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,654 miles a year.
Has K8 MPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 MPH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on K8 MPH 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 MPH find?
K8 MPH passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective.

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