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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

S18 BLHMOT history

S18 BLH is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2022.

S18 BLH black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2023
Mileage
142,200 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 BLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 BLH was last recorded at 142,200 miles on 8 Mar 2022, 7,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,143 miles · 10 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,057 miles
Average per year
7,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,200 miles
  • 2021 – 135,143 miles
  • 2020 – 128,333 miles
  • 2019 – 121,393 miles
  • 2018 – 115,132 miles
  • 2017 – 108,577 miles
  • 2016 – 101,125 miles
  • 2015 – 97,545 miles
  • 2014 – 81,281 miles
  • 2012 – 71,794 miles
  • 2011 – 64,632 miles
  • 2010 – 50,454 miles
  • 2009 – 40,813 miles
  • 2008 – 38,193 miles
  • 2007 – 34,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,200 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,200 miles (+7,057)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,200 miles
    Test number
    336665238828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,143 miles (+6,810)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,143 miles
    Test number
    414358480403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn near to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass128,333 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    128,333 miles
    Test number
    240643681936
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides, outers (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail128,333 miles (+6,940)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,333 miles
    Test number
    517851972269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides, outers (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,393 miles (+6,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,393 miles
    Test number
    379607863072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass115,132 miles (+6,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    115,132 miles
    Test number
    581523936844
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass108,577 miles (+7,452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,577 miles
    Test number
    468812326455
    • AdvisoryFront Discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very low tread depth and cut on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very low tread depth (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass101,125 miles (+3,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    101,125 miles
    Test number
    857595778654
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass97,545 miles (+16,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,545 miles
    Test number
    165037725187
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass81,281 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,281 miles
    Test number
    196399804418
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear tyres outer walls damaged

  11. Fail81,281 miles (+9,487)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,281 miles
    Test number
    399188004068
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear tyres outer walls damaged

  12. Pass71,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    749818342316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,794 miles (+7,162)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    835668742357
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass64,632 miles (+14,178)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,632 miles
    Test number
    246279741354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,454 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    231219650298
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has structure starting to fail

  16. Fail50,454 miles (+347)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    561438750207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has structure starting to fail

  17. Fail50,107 miles (+9,294)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,107 miles
    Test number
    113766340216
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  18. Pass40,813 miles (+2,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,813 miles
    Test number
    252844059272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  19. Pass38,193 miles (+3,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,193 miles
    Test number
    563119348239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass34,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,269 miles
    Test number
    940370757260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,250 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,250 miles
    Test number
    624670357202
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S18 BLH

Does S18 BLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S18 BLH expired on 9 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S18 BLH?
The MOT on S18 BLH expired on 9 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S18 BLH done?
S18 BLH was recorded at 142,200 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2022, an average of 7,445 miles a year.
Has S18 BLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 BLH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on S18 BLH 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 S18 BLH find?
S18 BLH passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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