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Audi A3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T543 JAUMOT history

T543 JAU is a green petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2025
Mileage
155,862 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T543 JAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T543 JAU was last recorded at 155,862 miles on 24 Jun 2024, 199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,663 miles · 18 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
199 miles
Average per year
5,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,862 miles
  • 2023 – 149,783 miles
  • 2022 – 143,628 miles
  • 2021 – 138,923 miles
  • 2019 – 133,966 miles
  • 2018 – 127,049 miles
  • 2017 – 121,802 miles
  • 2016 – 115,577 miles
  • 2015 – 107,476 miles
  • 2014 – 103,802 miles
  • 2013 – 100,884 miles
  • 2012 – 93,568 miles
  • 2011 – 85,355 miles
  • 2010 – 77,062 miles
  • 2009 – 68,589 miles
  • 2008 – 63,479 miles
  • 2007 – 60,051 miles
  • 2006 – 54,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,862 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to bodyworkRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort borderline passRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySlight lift both front top suspension mountingsRecorded 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.

  • Nearside handbrake effort low

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,862 miles (+199)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    155,862 miles
    Test number
    853237759881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to bodywork
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort borderline pass
    • AdvisorySlight lift both front top suspension mountings

  2. Fail155,663 miles (+5,880)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,663 miles
    Test number
    117462773264
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to bodywork
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort borderline pass
    • AdvisorySlight lift both front top suspension mountings

  3. Pass149,783 miles (+6,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    149,783 miles
    Test number
    267563193161
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryRear rubber exhaust mounting and clamp broken - system secure

  4. Pass143,628 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    143,628 miles
    Test number
    416357353346
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mounting broken /front clamp loose - system secure

  5. Fail143,628 miles (+4,705)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,628 miles
    Test number
    787185318552
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mounting broken /front clamp loose - system secure

  6. Pass138,923 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    138,923 miles
    Test number
    260947557940
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished between tread

  7. Fail138,923 miles (+4,957)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,923 miles
    Test number
    851974367424
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished between tread

  8. Pass133,966 miles (+6,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,966 miles
    Test number
    131618951087
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low

  9. Pass127,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,049 miles
    Test number
    849975552264
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low

  10. Fail127,049 miles (+5,247)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,049 miles
    Test number
    329628373438
    • Repaired at testAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low

  11. Pass121,802 miles (+6,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    121,802 miles
    Test number
    388151997955
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low

  12. Pass115,577 miles (+8,101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,577 miles
    Test number
    560138083435
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust U-clamp insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear rubber exhaust mount weak

  13. Pass107,476 miles (+3,674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,476 miles
    Test number
    296904195168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail103,802 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,802 miles
    Test number
    236405374121
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass103,802 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,802 miles
    Test number
    297235674485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,884 miles (+7,316)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,884 miles
    Test number
    309384693195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,568 miles (+8,213)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    239463392470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,355 miles (+8,293)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,355 miles
    Test number
    985478571161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,062 miles (+8,473)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,062 miles
    Test number
    894304570121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,589 miles (+5,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,589 miles
    Test number
    332704079186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass63,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    63,479 miles
    Test number
    624102588176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,479 miles (+3,428)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,479 miles
    Test number
    551932788116
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  23. Pass60,051 miles (+5,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    60,051 miles
    Test number
    542438297112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  24. Pass54,650 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    54,650 miles
    Test number
    121765796150
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack

Questions about T543 JAU

Does T543 JAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T543 JAU expired on 1 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T543 JAU?
The MOT on T543 JAU expired on 1 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T543 JAU done?
T543 JAU was recorded at 155,862 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2024, an average of 5,640 miles a year.
Has T543 JAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T543 JAU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T543 JAU 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 T543 JAU find?
T543 JAU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; corrosion to bodywork; nearside handbrake effort borderline pass, and 1 more.

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