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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T234 XJLMOT history

T234 XJL is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2023
Mileage
106,526 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T234 XJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T234 XJL was last recorded at 106,526 miles on 21 Oct 2023, 1,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,160 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,366 miles
Average per year
1,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 106,526 miles
  • 2022 – 105,160 miles
  • 2021 – 103,784 miles
  • 2020 – 102,791 miles
  • 2019 – 101,791 miles
  • 2018 – 100,012 miles
  • 2017 – 98,404 miles
  • 2016 – 97,276 miles
  • 2015 – 95,715 miles
  • 2014 – 94,194 miles
  • 2013 – 92,727 miles
  • 2012 – 91,672 miles
  • 2011 – 90,371 miles
  • 2010 – 88,783 miles
  • 2009 – 87,107 miles
  • 2008 – 85,270 miles
  • 2007 – 83,081 miles
  • 2006 – 81,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,526 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,526 miles (+1,366)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,526 miles
    Test number
    488360397927
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass105,160 miles (+1,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,160 miles
    Test number
    571853631201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass103,784 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,784 miles
    Test number
    647085858333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,791 miles
    Test number
    408696920347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail102,791 miles (+1,000)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,791 miles
    Test number
    667181945919
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass101,791 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,791 miles
    Test number
    333768002729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,012 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,012 miles
    Test number
    672074280950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,404 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,404 miles
    Test number
    836280256927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,364 miles (+1,088)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    726723377028
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  10. Pass97,276 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,276 miles
    Test number
    257585595373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,265 miles (+1,550)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    522879737244
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass95,715 miles (+1,521)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,715 miles
    Test number
    643061551276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,194 miles (+1,467)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,194 miles
    Test number
    368562014371
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front bottom ball joint slight play

  14. Pass92,727 miles (+1,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    92,727 miles
    Test number
    795952103315
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass91,672 miles (+1,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,672 miles
    Test number
    887953712390
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass90,371 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,371 miles
    Test number
    538192011390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,783 miles (+1,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,783 miles
    Test number
    141189790268
    • 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)

  18. Pass87,107 miles (+1,837)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    87,107 miles
    Test number
    500120619316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,270 miles
    Test number
    584390918319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,270 miles (+2,189)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,270 miles
    Test number
    952770018302
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass83,081 miles (+1,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    83,081 miles
    Test number
    844899307316
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass81,408 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    81,408 miles
    Test number
    442147916482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,405 miles (+2,809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,405 miles
    Test number
    521513216394
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass78,596 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    78,596 miles
    Test number
    294374716290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail78,586 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,586 miles
    Test number
    994803416288
    • FailureBonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureBrake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T234 XJL

Does T234 XJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T234 XJL expired on 15 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T234 XJL?
The MOT on T234 XJL expired on 15 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T234 XJL done?
T234 XJL was recorded at 106,526 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2023, an average of 1,622 miles a year.
Has T234 XJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T234 XJL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T234 XJL 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 T234 XJL find?
T234 XJL failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2023 with 5 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 2 more.

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