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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

T479 TNEMOT history

T479 TNE is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Apr 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 170,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2025
Mileage
170,367 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T479 TNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T479 TNE was last recorded at 170,367 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,364 miles · 9 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,367 miles
  • 2023 – 167,842 miles
  • 2022 – 164,210 miles
  • 2021 – 161,656 miles
  • 2020 – 156,666 miles
  • 2019 – 151,990 miles
  • 2018 – 148,082 miles
  • 2017 – 144,169 miles
  • 2016 – 140,519 miles
  • 2015 – 136,787 miles
  • 2014 – 130,629 miles
  • 2013 – 111,698 miles
  • 2012 – 93,430 miles
  • 2011 – 72,924 miles
  • 2010 – 66,722 miles
  • 2009 – 58,742 miles
  • 2008 – 53,745 miles
  • 2007 – 52,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,367 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBonnet stay defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryWear inside steering rack

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,367 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    170,367 miles
    Test number
    151879225778
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWear inside steering rack

  2. Fail170,364 miles (+2,522)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,364 miles
    Test number
    212482471023
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass167,842 miles (+3,632)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    167,842 miles
    Test number
    167259931968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet strut no longer holds up bonnet
    • AdvisorySigns of coolant leak
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  4. Pass164,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,210 miles
    Test number
    875434599875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,210 miles (+2,554)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,210 miles
    Test number
    349612061701
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass161,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    161,656 miles
    Test number
    755909801620
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel long requires attention
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryUnderside of subframe has a coating applied

  7. Fail161,652 miles (+4,986)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,652 miles
    Test number
    564982414063
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel long requires attention
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryUnderside of subframe has a coating applied

  8. Pass156,666 miles (+4,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    156,666 miles
    Test number
    742419370290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f anti roll bar link

  9. Pass151,990 miles (+3,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    151,990 miles
    Test number
    484918104335
    • AdvisoryPlastic trim under vehicle slight damage

  10. Pass148,082 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,082 miles
    Test number
    988419592469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail148,051 miles (+3,882)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,051 miles
    Test number
    132146403202
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass144,169 miles (+3,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,169 miles
    Test number
    702728162856
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres edge wear

  13. Pass140,519 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,519 miles
    Test number
    707785913612
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened beginning to corrode just under the gland seal (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens is cracked/ slight damage (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement pivot bush poor condition (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement pivot bush in poor condition (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail140,519 miles (+3,732)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,519 miles
    Test number
    814057780963
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened beginning to corrode just under the gland seal (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens is cracked/ slight damage (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement pivot bush poor condition (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement pivot bush in poor condition (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass136,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    226331785474
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail136,787 miles (+6,158)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    526150985166
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass130,629 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,629 miles
    Test number
    588076584133
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail130,629 miles (+18,931)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,629 miles
    Test number
    546846484100
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass111,698 miles (+18,268)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,698 miles
    Test number
    536527183154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,430 miles (+28)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    93,430 miles
    Test number
    475780002203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail93,402 miles (+20,478)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,402 miles
    Test number
    528935292151
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass72,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    557253791103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,924 miles (+6,202)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    537342291121
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass66,722 miles (+7,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,722 miles
    Test number
    332423780138
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail58,742 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,742 miles
    Test number
    330009989115
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)

  26. Pass58,742 miles (+4,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,742 miles
    Test number
    393879789106
    • 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)

  27. Pass53,745 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    312170318255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,397 miles
    Test number
    430040127177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T479 TNE

Does T479 TNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T479 TNE expired on 27 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T479 TNE?
The MOT on T479 TNE expired on 27 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T479 TNE done?
T479 TNE was recorded at 170,367 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 6,850 miles a year.
Has T479 TNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T479 TNE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T479 TNE 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 T479 TNE find?
T479 TNE passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both; nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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