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Audi Cabriolet

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

R3 YDLMOT history

R3 YDL is a white petrol Audi Cabriolet first used on 27 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 177,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,248 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R3 YDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Cabriolet
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R3 YDL was last recorded at 177,248 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 7,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,415 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,833 miles
Average per year
3,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,248 miles
  • 2025 – 169,415 miles
  • 2024 – 166,574 miles
  • 2023 – 162,126 miles
  • 2022 – 157,049 miles
  • 2021 – 153,771 miles
  • 2020 – 151,854 miles
  • 2019 – 149,152 miles
  • 2018 – 144,825 miles
  • 2017 – 141,332 miles
  • 2016 – 138,762 miles
  • 2015 – 136,950 miles
  • 2014 – 134,886 miles
  • 2013 – 130,618 miles
  • 2012 – 128,666 miles
  • 2011 – 127,047 miles
  • 2010 – 125,708 miles
  • 2009 – 124,925 miles
  • 2008 – 118,826 miles
  • 2007 – 111,984 miles
  • 2006 – 102,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,248 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damage to outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,248 miles (+7,833)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,248 miles
    Test number
    309296577855
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damage to outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,415 miles (+2,841)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,415 miles
    Test number
    697990197593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slight damage to outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to markers 215 40 R 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside showing signs of corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass166,574 miles (+4,448)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    166,574 miles
    Test number
    894753517304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside showing signs of corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass162,126 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    162,126 miles
    Test number
    487543500464
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush showing signs of wear/movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush showing signs of wear/movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both nearside and offside corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail162,126 miles (+5,077)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,126 miles
    Test number
    392872850389
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush showing signs of wear/movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush showing signs of wear/movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both nearside and offside corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass157,049 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,049 miles
    Test number
    707374454032
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat pivots worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat pivots worn

  7. Fail157,049 miles (+3,278)1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,049 miles
    Test number
    402062172761
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat pivots worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat pivots worn

  8. Pass153,771 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,771 miles
    Test number
    116444244884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail153,771 miles (+1,917)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,771 miles
    Test number
    972382573213
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  10. Pass151,854 miles (+2,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    151,854 miles
    Test number
    190117953721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass149,152 miles (+94)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,152 miles
    Test number
    529594961824
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brakes (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail149,058 miles (+4,233)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,058 miles
    Test number
    584087886758
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs,both on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brakes (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass144,825 miles (+3,493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    144,825 miles
    Test number
    274630212948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes showing slight play along with lower wishbones
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  14. Pass141,332 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    141,332 miles
    Test number
    381225918009
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides of vehicle (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both sides of vehicle (2.6.2)

  15. Fail141,328 miles (+2,566)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,328 miles
    Test number
    998489650990
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides of vehicle (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both sides of vehicle (2.6.2)

  16. Pass138,762 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    138,762 miles
    Test number
    715160258456
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both sides of vehicle (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySlight unbalance in rear service and parking brake

  17. Fail138,729 miles (+1,779)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,729 miles
    Test number
    869389172344
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both sides of vehicle (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySlight unbalance in rear service and parking brake

  18. Pass136,950 miles (+2,064)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    136,950 miles
    Test number
    397470125206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  19. Fail134,886 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,886 miles
    Test number
    265114924295
    • Repaired at testFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteRear nearside tyre is slightly perished

  20. Pass134,886 miles (+4,268)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    134,886 miles
    Test number
    369954724216
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteRear nearside tyre is slightly perished

  21. Pass130,618 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    130,618 miles
    Test number
    116523103259
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Fail130,618 miles (+1,952)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,618 miles
    Test number
    147183103246
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  23. Pass128,666 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    128,666 miles
    Test number
    198666012265
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  24. Fail128,666 miles (+1,619)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,666 miles
    Test number
    359906212456
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  25. Pass127,047 miles (+1,339)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    127,047 miles
    Test number
    625610321200
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteSlight unbalance in front brakes

  26. Fail125,708 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,708 miles
    Test number
    280318100201
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn out on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs are badly worn

  27. Pass125,708 miles (+783)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    125,708 miles
    Test number
    342028300408
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn out on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs are badly worn

  28. Pass124,925 miles (+6,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    124,925 miles
    Test number
    812282209295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass118,826 miles (+6,842)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    118,826 miles
    Test number
    924036708238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass111,984 miles (+9,305)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    111,984 miles
    Test number
    321084917449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass102,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    102,679 miles
    Test number
    384136516490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R3 YDL

Does R3 YDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R3 YDL is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R3 YDL?
The MOT on R3 YDL is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R3 YDL done?
R3 YDL was recorded at 177,248 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 3,728 miles a year.
Has R3 YDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R3 YDL has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on R3 YDL 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 R3 YDL find?
R3 YDL passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 11 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted damage to outer rim, and 8 more.

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