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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T21 AFAMOT history

T21 AFA is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 138,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
138,212 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 AFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 AFA was last recorded at 138,212 miles on 7 May 2026, 13,955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,257 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
13,955 miles
Average per year
8,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,212 miles
  • 2025 – 124,257 miles
  • 2024 – 106,499 miles
  • 2023 – 104,303 miles
  • 2021 – 101,634 miles
  • 2020 – 95,976 miles
  • 2019 – 84,114 miles
  • 2018 – 73,521 miles
  • 2017 – 71,340 miles
  • 2016 – 61,376 miles
  • 2015 – 44,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,212 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,212 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    138,212 miles
    Test number
    882865971819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,212 miles (+13,955)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,212 miles
    Test number
    714305105668
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,257 miles (+17,758)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    124,257 miles
    Test number
    765338081009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,499 miles (+2,196)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,499 miles
    Test number
    322750738320
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn lower on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,303 miles (+2,669)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,303 miles
    Test number
    814394641266
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,634 miles (+5,658)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,634 miles
    Test number
    357603586638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.47mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.50mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass95,976 miles (+11,862)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,976 miles
    Test number
    400926370339
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Pass84,114 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,114 miles
    Test number
    980953576570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,084 miles (+10,563)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,084 miles
    Test number
    577279191323
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,521 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,521 miles
    Test number
    363834296947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,340 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,340 miles
    Test number
    415760105601
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Fail71,336 miles (+9,960)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,336 miles
    Test number
    689572212624
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Pass61,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,376 miles
    Test number
    301572221982
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Fail61,374 miles (+16,539)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,374 miles
    Test number
    210583319666
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Pass44,835 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    44,835 miles
    Test number
    909396477857
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

Questions about T21 AFA

Does T21 AFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 AFA is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 AFA?
The MOT on T21 AFA is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 AFA done?
T21 AFA was recorded at 138,212 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 8,777 miles a year.
Has T21 AFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 AFA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 AFA 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 T21 AFA find?
T21 AFA passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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