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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T444 CRLMOT history

T444 CRL is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 185,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
185,050 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T444 CRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T444 CRL was last recorded at 185,050 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 5,804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,246 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,804 miles
Average per year
7,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,050 miles
  • 2024 – 179,246 miles
  • 2023 – 172,805 miles
  • 2022 – 166,824 miles
  • 2021 – 163,249 miles
  • 2020 – 159,910 miles
  • 2019 – 155,498 miles
  • 2018 – 150,332 miles
  • 2017 – 142,614 miles
  • 2016 – 135,846 miles
  • 2015 – 127,570 miles
  • 2014 – 118,515 miles
  • 2013 – 111,522 miles
  • 2012 – 103,727 miles
  • 2011 – 89,410 miles
  • 2010 – 80,145 miles
  • 2009 – 72,715 miles
  • 2008 – 59,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,050 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear "p" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens making indicator look a slightly different shade of orange from a distance (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle in multiple places

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,050 miles (+5,804)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    185,050 miles
    Test number
    594691618566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear "p" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens making indicator look a slightly different shade of orange from a distance (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle in multiple places

  2. Pass179,246 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    179,246 miles
    Test number
    709426001922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens makes bulb look a different shade of orange from distance (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail179,245 miles (+366)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,245 miles
    Test number
    253746922499
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens makes bulb look a different shade of orange from distance (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail178,879 miles (+6,074)1 dangerous3 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,879 miles
    Test number
    218826884823
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16'' (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve not expected to last
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel arch liner loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,805 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    172,805 miles
    Test number
    311226319778
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern only just met criteria (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern only just met criteria (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail172,805 miles (+5,981)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,805 miles
    Test number
    847007181972
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern only just met criteria (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern only just met criteria (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,824 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,824 miles
    Test number
    362888054183
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm pivot 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm pivot bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail166,822 miles (+3,573)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,822 miles
    Test number
    276775382049
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm pivot 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm pivot bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot lock catch faulty operation.

  9. Pass163,249 miles (+3,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    163,249 miles
    Test number
    998906306312
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass159,910 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    159,910 miles
    Test number
    927898237661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner edge.

  11. Fail159,910 miles (+4,412)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,910 miles
    Test number
    930560708705
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner edge.

  12. Pass155,498 miles (+5,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    155,498 miles
    Test number
    884052684335
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension arms bushes slightly perished/worn!

  13. Pass150,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    150,332 miles
    Test number
    657270166651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail150,332 miles (+7,718)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,332 miles
    Test number
    579071055153
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  15. Pass142,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,614 miles
    Test number
    327727586830
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Fail142,614 miles (+6,768)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,614 miles
    Test number
    856832188942
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven Offside comes on slower (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass135,846 miles (+8,276)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    135,846 miles
    Test number
    892153931780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass127,570 miles (+9,055)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    127,570 miles
    Test number
    568488679764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,515 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    118,515 miles
    Test number
    735328704399
    • NoteEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • NoteFront suspension lower inner wishbone bushes have slight cracks

  20. Fail118,515 miles (+6,993)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,515 miles
    Test number
    317748304319
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • NoteFront suspension lower inner wishbone bushes have slight cracks

  21. Pass111,522 miles (+7,795)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,522 miles
    Test number
    968331733386
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass103,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,727 miles
    Test number
    647099432381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail103,724 miles (+5,224)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,724 miles
    Test number
    628119832329
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass98,500 miles (+9,090)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,500 miles
    Test number
    267685762494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass89,410 miles (+9,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,410 miles
    Test number
    949096161100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass80,145 miles (+7,430)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    963737560183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,715 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,715 miles
    Test number
    702827249102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail72,715 miles (+13,122)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,715 miles
    Test number
    923157949199
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass59,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,593 miles
    Test number
    351816378141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T444 CRL

Does T444 CRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T444 CRL is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T444 CRL?
The MOT on T444 CRL is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T444 CRL done?
T444 CRL was recorded at 185,050 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 7,215 miles a year.
Has T444 CRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T444 CRL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T444 CRL 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 T444 CRL find?
T444 CRL passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear "p" bush; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured lens making indicator look a slightly different shade of orange from a distance; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, and 4 more.

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