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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T251 NCFMOT history

T251 NCF is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 188,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
188,592 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T251 NCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T251 NCF was last recorded at 188,592 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 10,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,991 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,601 miles
Average per year
7,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,592 miles
  • 2024 – 177,991 miles
  • 2023 – 169,342 miles
  • 2022 – 159,412 miles
  • 2021 – 152,995 miles
  • 2020 – 150,534 miles
  • 2019 – 144,401 miles
  • 2018 – 139,009 miles
  • 2017 – 130,198 miles
  • 2016 – 124,990 miles
  • 2015 – 118,969 miles
  • 2014 – 114,807 miles
  • 2013 – 108,441 miles
  • 2012 – 100,685 miles
  • 2011 – 93,097 miles
  • 2009 – 79,365 miles
  • 2008 – 60,284 miles
  • 2007 – 45,558 miles
  • 2006 – 38,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,592 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,592 miles (+10,601)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    188,592 miles
    Test number
    902439965399
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass177,991 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    177,991 miles
    Test number
    811134524180
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail177,964 miles (+8,622)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,964 miles
    Test number
    510430432600
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass169,342 miles (+9,930)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    169,342 miles
    Test number
    897399224610
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both, slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both, slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass159,412 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    159,412 miles
    Test number
    820775006065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steering rack arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring corroded

  6. Fail159,412 miles (+6,417)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,412 miles
    Test number
    278873183726
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steering rack arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring corroded

  7. Pass152,995 miles (+2,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,995 miles
    Test number
    163773393190
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass150,534 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    150,534 miles
    Test number
    249221120760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexible hose connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail150,534 miles (+6,133)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,534 miles
    Test number
    481333304050
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexible hose connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass144,401 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    144,401 miles
    Test number
    169199654031
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail144,401 miles (+5,392)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,401 miles
    Test number
    619379612200
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass139,009 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    139,009 miles
    Test number
    556870342604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail139,009 miles (+8,811)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,009 miles
    Test number
    618845430104
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass130,198 miles (+5,208)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,198 miles
    Test number
    789681894505
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s steering rack arm has slight play

  15. Pass124,990 miles (+6,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    124,990 miles
    Test number
    265107944978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass118,969 miles (+4,162)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    118,969 miles
    Test number
    168778475403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack arm

  17. Pass114,807 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    114,807 miles
    Test number
    279180384091
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn/corroding
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear discs heavily worn/corroding

  18. Fail114,807 miles (+6,366)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,807 miles
    Test number
    139880384091
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn/corroding
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear discs heavily worn/corroding

  19. Pass108,441 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,441 miles
    Test number
    716739073083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,685 miles (+1)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    100,685 miles
    Test number
    335742782003
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteWiper blades starting to deteriorate

  21. Fail100,684 miles (+7,587)1 failure4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,684 miles
    Test number
    119171882039
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing outside egde
    • NoteWiper blades starting to deteriorate

  22. Pass93,097 miles (+13,732)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    93,097 miles
    Test number
    338971341065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate

  23. Pass79,365 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,365 miles
    Test number
    532075379223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail79,357 miles (+19,073)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,357 miles
    Test number
    381488369415
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  25. Pass60,284 miles (+14,726)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,284 miles
    Test number
    761891178118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,558 miles (+6,972)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,558 miles
    Test number
    303671577108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    771466956117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T251 NCF

Does T251 NCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T251 NCF is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T251 NCF?
The MOT on T251 NCF is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T251 NCF done?
T251 NCF was recorded at 188,592 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 7,746 miles a year.
Has T251 NCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T251 NCF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T251 NCF 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 T251 NCF find?
T251 NCF passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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