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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

S26 TLJMOT history

S26 TLJ is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 28 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

S26 TLJ red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
113,666 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 TLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 TLJ was last recorded at 113,666 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 7,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,097 miles · 20 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,569 miles
Average per year
6,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,666 miles
  • 2025 – 106,097 miles
  • 2024 – 102,431 miles
  • 2023 – 102,128 miles
  • 2022 – 94,136 miles
  • 2021 – 85,155 miles
  • 2019 – 76,714 miles
  • 2018 – 66,924 miles
  • 2017 – 62,305 miles
  • 2016 – 53,187 miles
  • 2015 – 45,291 miles
  • 2013 – 33,814 miles
  • 2012 – 23,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,666 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension components and mountings both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,666 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    113,666 miles
    Test number
    223121477858
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension components and mountings both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,666 miles (+7,569)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,666 miles
    Test number
    352996603100
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension components and mountings both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,097 miles (+3,666)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    106,097 miles
    Test number
    830696952619
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,431 miles (+303)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,431 miles
    Test number
    967573855434
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,128 miles (+7,992)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,128 miles
    Test number
    324602604092
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,136 miles (+8,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    94,136 miles
    Test number
    938400970491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass85,155 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,155 miles
    Test number
    157533150701
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wear to inner edge

  8. Fail85,154 miles (+8,440)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,154 miles
    Test number
    733662368486
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass76,714 miles (+9,790)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,714 miles
    Test number
    583752174868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,924 miles
    Test number
    808483590393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,924 miles (+4,619)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,924 miles
    Test number
    664962811959
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass62,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,305 miles
    Test number
    270402055245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,305 miles (+9,118)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,305 miles
    Test number
    182827998800
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass53,187 miles (+7,896)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,187 miles
    Test number
    191434574181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,291 miles (+11,477)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    45,291 miles
    Test number
    518629405022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,814 miles (+4,783)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,814 miles
    Test number
    916885523315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,031 miles (+5,696)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,031 miles
    Test number
    859644513193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,335 miles
    Test number
    219178712433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail23,335 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,335 miles
    Test number
    455658112102
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about S26 TLJ

Does S26 TLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 TLJ is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 TLJ?
The MOT on S26 TLJ is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 TLJ done?
S26 TLJ was recorded at 113,666 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 6,269 miles a year.
Has S26 TLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 TLJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 TLJ 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 S26 TLJ find?
S26 TLJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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