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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T279 JBAMOT history

T279 JBA is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2026
Mileage
114,769 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 JBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 JBA was last recorded at 114,769 miles on 3 Mar 2025, 5,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,215 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5,554 miles
Average per year
4,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,769 miles
  • 2024 – 109,215 miles
  • 2023 – 104,971 miles
  • 2022 – 101,618 miles
  • 2021 – 100,178 miles
  • 2020 – 95,563 miles
  • 2019 – 86,936 miles
  • 2018 – 80,139 miles
  • 2017 – 71,956 miles
  • 2016 – 64,575 miles
  • 2015 – 58,540 miles
  • 2014 – 54,113 miles
  • 2013 – 48,140 miles
  • 2011 – 47,169 miles
  • 2010 – 44,434 miles
  • 2009 – 41,267 miles
  • 2008 – 38,750 miles
  • 2007 – 35,972 miles
  • 2006 – 33,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s+n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,769 miles (+5,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,769 miles
    Test number
    750089010978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Pass109,215 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,215 miles
    Test number
    392239998402
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail109,215 miles (+4,244)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,215 miles
    Test number
    680205349632
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Pass104,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,971 miles
    Test number
    287171420468
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s+n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail104,971 miles (+3,353)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,971 miles
    Test number
    620423583713
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn o/s+n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s+n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass101,618 miles (+1,440)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,618 miles
    Test number
    855731043583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,178 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,178 miles
    Test number
    713810364137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,563 miles (+8,627)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    95,563 miles
    Test number
    523962186215
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre - Slight damage to outer sidewall, but does not reach cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass86,936 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,936 miles
    Test number
    801593922421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,932 miles (+6,793)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,932 miles
    Test number
    399885703642
    • 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass80,139 miles (+8,183)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,139 miles
    Test number
    409252349855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,956 miles (+7,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,956 miles
    Test number
    953323264962
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass64,575 miles (+6,035)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,575 miles
    Test number
    879832990654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,540 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,540 miles
    Test number
    277931925070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,113 miles (+5,973)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,113 miles
    Test number
    189390824486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,140 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    729092813050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,169 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,169 miles
    Test number
    885254081074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,434 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,434 miles
    Test number
    110758280000
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes split

  19. Fail44,434 miles (+3,167)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,434 miles
    Test number
    263883780043
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes split

  20. Pass41,267 miles (+2,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,267 miles
    Test number
    973846289011
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass38,750 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,750 miles
    Test number
    103858088014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,972 miles (+2,813)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,972 miles
    Test number
    594159087011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,159 miles
    Test number
    770977486070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 JBA

Does T279 JBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T279 JBA expired on 2 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T279 JBA?
The MOT on T279 JBA expired on 2 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T279 JBA done?
T279 JBA was recorded at 114,769 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2025, an average of 4,311 miles a year.
Has T279 JBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 JBA has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T279 JBA 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 T279 JBA find?
T279 JBA passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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