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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

T1 MCVMOT history

T1 MCV is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
117,539 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 MCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 MCV was last recorded at 117,539 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 7,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,386 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,153 miles
Average per year
5,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,539 miles
  • 2025 – 110,386 miles
  • 2024 – 103,983 miles
  • 2023 – 101,994 miles
  • 2022 – 99,565 miles
  • 2021 – 96,286 miles
  • 2020 – 92,266 miles
  • 2019 – 87,659 miles
  • 2018 – 82,863 miles
  • 2016 – 76,812 miles
  • 2015 – 67,705 miles
  • 2014 – 60,311 miles
  • 2013 – 54,130 miles
  • 2012 – 49,570 miles
  • 2011 – 40,384 miles
  • 2010 – 31,878 miles
  • 2009 – 24,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,539 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    117,539 miles
    Test number
    283700160287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Fail117,538 miles (+7,152)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,538 miles
    Test number
    961154782298
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported nearside to offside (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass110,386 miles (+6,403)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,386 miles
    Test number
    492847168711
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components have been under sealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,983 miles (+1,989)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    808082091963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass101,994 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,994 miles
    Test number
    199603799816
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail101,983 miles (+2,418)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,983 miles
    Test number
    877916423793
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass99,565 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,565 miles
    Test number
    499147111584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail99,565 miles (+3,279)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,565 miles
    Test number
    806428850711
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass96,286 miles (+4,020)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,286 miles
    Test number
    956189993726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass92,266 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,266 miles
    Test number
    570094906712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail92,261 miles (+4,602)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    997789847163
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass87,659 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,659 miles
    Test number
    782493614640
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail87,639 miles (+4,776)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,639 miles
    Test number
    394754726694
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass82,863 miles (+6,051)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,863 miles
    Test number
    891838607453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,812 miles (+5,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,812 miles
    Test number
    373207375638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  16. Pass71,558 miles (+3,853)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    259274709436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass67,705 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,705 miles
    Test number
    506505175020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,311 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,311 miles
    Test number
    565007864003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have uneven tread wear on inner edge (feathering).
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail60,311 miles (+6,181)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,311 miles
    Test number
    628827264014
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have uneven tread wear on inner edge (feathering).
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass54,130 miles (+4,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,130 miles
    Test number
    285314963089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass49,570 miles (+9,186)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,570 miles
    Test number
    966474772099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,384 miles
    Test number
    708537871064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,384 miles (+58)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,384 miles
    Test number
    828947371005
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  24. Fail40,326 miles (+53)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,326 miles
    Test number
    558384471081
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  25. Fail40,273 miles (+8,395)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,273 miles
    Test number
    106543371459
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  26. Pass31,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,878 miles
    Test number
    353621760018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail31,878 miles (+6,916)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,878 miles
    Test number
    810811960013
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail24,962 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,962 miles
    Test number
    203842369063
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass24,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,962 miles
    Test number
    331632269047
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T1 MCV

Does T1 MCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 MCV is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T1 MCV?
The MOT on T1 MCV is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 MCV done?
T1 MCV was recorded at 117,539 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 5,459 miles a year.
Has T1 MCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 MCV has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T1 MCV 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 T1 MCV find?
T1 MCV passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged.

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