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Audi A3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T501 DFMMOT history

T501 DFM is a yellow petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 95,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2024
Mileage
95,532 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T501 DFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T501 DFM was last recorded at 95,532 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 3,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,445 miles · 19 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,087 miles
Average per year
1,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,532 miles
  • 2022 – 92,445 miles
  • 2021 – 89,540 miles
  • 2019 – 87,320 miles
  • 2018 – 85,026 miles
  • 2017 – 80,083 miles
  • 2016 – 78,208 miles
  • 2015 – 77,334 miles
  • 2014 – 76,332 miles
  • 2013 – 75,270 miles
  • 2012 – 74,047 miles
  • 2011 – 72,638 miles
  • 2010 – 71,073 miles
  • 2009 – 69,403 miles
  • 2008 – 67,117 miles
  • 2007 – 64,732 miles
  • 2006 – 62,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,532 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near to flexi pipe joint. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,532 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,532 miles
    Test number
    707961858674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near to flexi pipe joint. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,532 miles (+3,087)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,532 miles
    Test number
    570141159674
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near to flexi pipe joint. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,445 miles (+2,905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,445 miles
    Test number
    521573243237
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both full length near the fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,540 miles (+2,220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,540 miles
    Test number
    228268323578
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Mid mount broken bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass87,320 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,320 miles
    Test number
    506059195312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail87,316 miles (+2,290)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,316 miles
    Test number
    236390223253
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective mid mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass85,026 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,026 miles
    Test number
    773109769520
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail84,891 miles (+4,808)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,891 miles
    Test number
    899269459164
    • DangerousBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass80,083 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,083 miles
    Test number
    449640673537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush - bonding failed - arm sitting on subframe (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail80,083 miles (+1,875)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,083 miles
    Test number
    435436172782
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush - bonding failed - arm sitting on subframe (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass78,208 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,208 miles
    Test number
    675828431291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,334 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,334 miles
    Test number
    335863045135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,332 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,332 miles
    Test number
    879954044101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,270 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,270 miles
    Test number
    499461043132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,047 miles (+1,409)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,047 miles
    Test number
    809618962179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,638 miles (+1,565)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,638 miles
    Test number
    795069961136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,073 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,073 miles
    Test number
    743700670129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,403 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,403 miles
    Test number
    820790499154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,117 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,117 miles
    Test number
    401491038125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,732 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    64,732 miles
    Test number
    462071147190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,324 miles
    Test number
    973617046117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T501 DFM

Does T501 DFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T501 DFM expired on 28 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T501 DFM?
The MOT on T501 DFM expired on 28 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T501 DFM done?
T501 DFM was recorded at 95,532 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 1,993 miles a year.
Has T501 DFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T501 DFM has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T501 DFM 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 T501 DFM find?
T501 DFM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near to flexi pipe joint.; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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