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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,798 cc

T70 MSAMOT history

T70 MSA is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 25 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 83,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,458 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 MSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
25 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 MSA was last recorded at 83,458 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 4,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,628 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,830 miles
Average per year
4,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,458 miles
  • 2024 – 78,628 miles
  • 2023 – 74,307 miles
  • 2022 – 72,818 miles
  • 2021 – 68,738 miles
  • 2020 – 64,263 miles
  • 2019 – 57,866 miles
  • 2018 – 53,160 miles
  • 2017 – 44,467 miles
  • 2015 – 31,662 miles
  • 2014 – 28,494 miles
  • 2013 – 22,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,458 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened on the limit - at spring lower mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened on the limit - at lower spring mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside front outer sill area has slight damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge & splitting/cracking on inner side wall (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,458 miles (+4,830)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,458 miles
    Test number
    219654264832
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened on the limit - at spring lower mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened on the limit - at lower spring mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass78,628 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    78,628 miles
    Test number
    144823937700
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill area has slight damage

  3. Fail78,557 miles (+4,250)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,557 miles
    Test number
    871164937835
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill area has slight damage

  4. Pass74,307 miles (+1,489)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,307 miles
    Test number
    817756017806
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle is empty

  5. Pass72,818 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,818 miles
    Test number
    909354234333
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill area has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside rear pads worn considerably more that nearside rear

  6. Fail72,818 miles (+4,080)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,818 miles
    Test number
    618021846943
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill area has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside rear pads worn considerably more that nearside rear

  7. Pass68,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    398241806371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and /o/s/f/tyres/worn from inner and outer edge

  8. Fail68,738 miles (+4,475)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    421421607139
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and /o/s/f/tyres/worn from inner and outer edge

  9. Pass64,263 miles (+6,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,263 miles
    Test number
    465936990100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear AND O/S/R/TYRES WORN FROM INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,866 miles (+4,706)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,866 miles
    Test number
    786870784353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn from inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass53,160 miles (+8,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,160 miles
    Test number
    299373322257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are cracking/splitting on the inner sidewalls
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is feathering on inner edge

  12. Pass44,467 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,467 miles
    Test number
    107651281267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge & splitting/cracking on inner side wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking/splitting on inner sidewall

  13. Fail44,457 miles (+12,795)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,457 miles
    Test number
    612665244022
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside worn more (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge & splitting/cracking on inner side wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking/splitting on inner sidewall

  14. Pass31,662 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,662 miles
    Test number
    295278534975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,494 miles (+5,993)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,494 miles
    Test number
    929805414321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,501 miles
    Test number
    699989863108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T70 MSA

Does T70 MSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T70 MSA is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T70 MSA?
The MOT on T70 MSA is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T70 MSA done?
T70 MSA was recorded at 83,458 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,892 miles a year.
Has T70 MSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 MSA has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T70 MSA 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 T70 MSA find?
T70 MSA passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside & offside, and 4 more.

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