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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

T16 JOAMOT history

T16 JOA is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 166,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
166,419 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 JOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 JOA was last recorded at 166,419 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,413 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
12,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,419 miles
  • 2025 – 162,173 miles
  • 2024 – 155,964 miles
  • 2023 – 148,357 miles
  • 2022 – 147,743 miles
  • 2021 – 129,257 miles
  • 2020 – 107,152 miles
  • 2019 – 83,206 miles
  • 2018 – 69,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,419 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,419 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    166,419 miles
    Test number
    429773017712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail166,413 miles (+4,240)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,413 miles
    Test number
    148274045816
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,173 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,173 miles
    Test number
    483470157874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Tyrewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail162,173 miles (+6,209)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,173 miles
    Test number
    952730997494
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Tyrewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass155,964 miles (+7,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    155,964 miles
    Test number
    582824287268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn/Cut Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service Brake Slightly Binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass148,357 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,357 miles
    Test number
    259383537001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail148,355 miles (+612)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,355 miles
    Test number
    375532560547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail147,743 miles (+18,486)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,743 miles
    Test number
    227543450800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low bothsides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass129,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,257 miles
    Test number
    518820269935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail129,257 miles (+22,105)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,257 miles
    Test number
    586199265216
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass107,152 miles (+23,946)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,152 miles
    Test number
    666803742183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,206 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,206 miles
    Test number
    152242996497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail83,206 miles (+13,885)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,206 miles
    Test number
    400888292566
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225.40.18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend changing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass69,321 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,321 miles
    Test number
    203896811136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T16 JOA

Does T16 JOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 JOA is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 JOA?
The MOT on T16 JOA is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 JOA done?
T16 JOA was recorded at 166,419 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 12,200 miles a year.
Has T16 JOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 JOA has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 JOA 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 T16 JOA find?
T16 JOA passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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