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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T585 BBRMOT history

T585 BBR is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 141,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2024
Mileage
141,905 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T585 BBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T585 BBR was last recorded at 141,905 miles on 25 Feb 2023, 8,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2013: 86,741 miles, lower than 86,742 miles on 16 Feb 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
133,173 miles · 19 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
8,732 miles
Average per year
4,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,905 miles
  • 2022 – 133,173 miles
  • 2021 – 128,000 miles
  • 2020 – 125,645 miles
  • 2019 – 121,223 miles
  • 2018 – 116,158 miles
  • 2017 – 109,652 miles
  • 2016 – 101,795 miles
  • 2015 – 95,655 miles
  • 2014 – 88,690 miles
  • 2013 – 86,741 miles
  • 2012 – 84,377 miles
  • 2011 – 81,848 miles
  • 2010 – 79,580 miles
  • 2009 – 75,254 miles
  • 2008 – 71,750 miles
  • 2007 – 67,878 miles
  • 2006 – 62,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,905 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt slightly damaged centre lap (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront brake back plates missing
  • AdvisoryFront-rear wheel rims scuff marked
  • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damagedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front tyres wearing on edges,near wear indicators
  • AdvisoryReverse lamps inop
  • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rackRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2017

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front registration plate cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • N/s/f brake back plate part missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • All wheel rims scuff marked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,905 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,905 miles
    Test number
    710595781081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt slightly damaged centre lap (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryFront-rear wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front tyres wearing on edges,near wear indicators
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps inop
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  2. Fail141,905 miles (+8,732)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,905 miles
    Test number
    216389116421
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt slightly damaged centre lap (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryFront-rear wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front tyres wearing on edges,near wear indicators
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps inop
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  3. Pass133,173 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,173 miles
    Test number
    348503261527
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front/rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates missing o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryFront/rear wheel rims scuff marked o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  4. Fail133,173 miles (+5,173)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,173 miles
    Test number
    421911215888
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front/rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates missing o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryFront/rear wheel rims scuff marked o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  5. Pass128,000 miles (+2,355)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,000 miles
    Test number
    479820138228
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  6. Pass125,645 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,645 miles
    Test number
    703892457917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front brake back plates missing

  7. Fail125,645 miles (+4,422)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,645 miles
    Test number
    385601366772
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front brake back plates missing

  8. Pass121,223 miles (+5,065)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,223 miles
    Test number
    751248812334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged casing only
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront-rear wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryO/s-n/s front brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisorySlight damage n/s/f sill panel

  9. Pass116,158 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,158 miles
    Test number
    735687948809
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damaged

  10. Fail116,158 miles (+6,506)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,158 miles
    Test number
    950329706142
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror casing damaged

  11. Pass109,652 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,652 miles
    Test number
    361542970052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront,rear wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f mirror housing damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  12. Fail109,652 miles (+7,857)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,652 miles
    Test number
    153277848120
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront,rear wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f mirror housing damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  13. Pass101,795 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    761949761376
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront,rear wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryMinor tyre sidewall damage front,rear
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror housing cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s,n/s front tyres worn on edges,near to limit
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  14. Fail101,795 miles (+6,140)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    624649900594
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront,rear wheel rims scuff marked
    • AdvisoryMinor tyre sidewall damage front,rear
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror housing cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s,n/s front tyres worn on edges,near to limit
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  15. Pass95,655 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,655 miles
    Test number
    126855645486
    • NoteN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • NoteO/s/f mirror housing tape repaired but secure
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f,o/s/r tyre sidewalls
    • NoteSlight damage-front and rear wheel rims
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  16. Fail95,655 miles (+6,965)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,655 miles
    Test number
    816095945036
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f brake back plate part missing
    • NoteO/s/f mirror housing tape repaired but secure
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f,o/s/r tyre sidewalls
    • NoteSlight damage-front and rear wheel rims
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  17. Pass88,690 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,690 miles
    Test number
    507068044088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,741 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,741 miles
    Test number
    386053853087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,742 miles (+2,365)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,742 miles
    Test number
    186177443474
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass84,377 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,377 miles
    Test number
    139255852455
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Fail84,377 miles (+2,529)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,377 miles
    Test number
    678621752048
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass81,848 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,848 miles
    Test number
    656770761001
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front strut tops have slight movement
    • NoteBoth rear axel bushes slightly deterated
    • NoteNs front brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Fail81,848 miles (+2,268)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,848 miles
    Test number
    177550961036
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front strut tops have slight movement
    • NoteBoth rear axel bushes slightly deterated
    • NoteNs front brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Pass79,580 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,580 miles
    Test number
    102508860417
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO.S.F tyre worn on inner edge.
    • NoteRear brake imbalance.

  25. Fail79,579 miles (+4,325)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,579 miles
    Test number
    120107160002
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO.S.F tyre worn on inner edge.
    • NoteRear brake imbalance.

  26. Pass75,254 miles (+3,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,254 miles
    Test number
    274303569018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass71,750 miles (+3,872)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,750 miles
    Test number
    180816468440
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass67,878 miles (+5,238)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,878 miles
    Test number
    774204167017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass62,640 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,640 miles
    Test number
    861126966072
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres scrubbing on inside edges may need alignment check

Questions about T585 BBR

Does T585 BBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T585 BBR expired on 9 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T585 BBR?
The MOT on T585 BBR expired on 9 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T585 BBR done?
T585 BBR was recorded at 141,905 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2023, an average of 4,670 miles a year.
Has T585 BBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T585 BBR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T585 BBR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T585 BBR find?
T585 BBR passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2023 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s, and 8 more.

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