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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T727 KBLMOT history

T727 KBL is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 225,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
225,180 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T727 KBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T727 KBL was last recorded at 225,180 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 5,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,620 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,560 miles
Average per year
7,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,180 miles
  • 2025 – 219,620 miles
  • 2024 – 215,066 miles
  • 2023 – 210,360 miles
  • 2022 – 205,799 miles
  • 2021 – 199,859 miles
  • 2019 – 193,208 miles
  • 2018 – 187,729 miles
  • 2017 – 181,943 miles
  • 2016 – 172,504 miles
  • 2015 – 161,021 miles
  • 2014 – 147,532 miles
  • 2013 – 134,653 miles
  • 2012 – 124,141 miles
  • 2011 – 107,590 miles
  • 2010 – 93,639 miles
  • 2009 – 89,780 miles
  • 2008 – 77,761 miles
  • 2006 – 73,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,180 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,180 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    225,180 miles
    Test number
    547074845336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass219,620 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    219,620 miles
    Test number
    193989315336
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Fail219,589 miles (+4,523)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,589 miles
    Test number
    856195172550
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Pass215,066 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    215,066 miles
    Test number
    886808149138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail215,032 miles (+4,672)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,032 miles
    Test number
    920967052040
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass210,360 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    210,360 miles
    Test number
    874937550703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail210,350 miles (+4,551)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,350 miles
    Test number
    991795050137
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass205,799 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    205,799 miles
    Test number
    257218031238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail205,742 miles (+5,883)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,742 miles
    Test number
    569813683395
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass199,859 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    199,859 miles
    Test number
    659209571385
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail199,857 miles (+6,649)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,857 miles
    Test number
    309824297370
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass193,208 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    193,208 miles
    Test number
    523738359436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail193,205 miles (+5,476)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,205 miles
    Test number
    939795467180
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Pass187,729 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    187,729 miles
    Test number
    229742068633
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail187,728 miles (+5,785)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,728 miles
    Test number
    914072887017
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass181,943 miles (+140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    181,943 miles
    Test number
    443302346287
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak quite substantial engine oil
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail181,803 miles (+9,299)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,803 miles
    Test number
    965554464693
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak quite substantial engine oil
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass172,504 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    172,504 miles
    Test number
    782703924389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail172,443 miles (+11,422)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,443 miles
    Test number
    323387867887
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass161,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    161,021 miles
    Test number
    343578519085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail161,021 miles (+13,489)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,021 miles
    Test number
    381796703554
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass147,532 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    147,532 miles
    Test number
    397696874454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s front tyre as curb damage but no cords visable

  23. Fail147,532 miles (+12,879)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,532 miles
    Test number
    217576974266
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s front tyre as curb damage but no cords visable

  24. Pass134,653 miles (+45)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    134,653 miles
    Test number
    246842583211
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s front tyre dig in sidewall rubbing band

  25. Fail134,608 miles (+10,467)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,608 miles
    Test number
    827821783299
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s front tyre dig in sidewall rubbing band

  26. Pass124,141 miles (+16,551)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    124,141 miles
    Test number
    815748772238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  27. Fail107,590 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,590 miles
    Test number
    226924701407
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass107,590 miles (+13,951)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    107,590 miles
    Test number
    468684101196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass93,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,639 miles
    Test number
    340177370068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail93,639 miles (+3,859)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,639 miles
    Test number
    484467170010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass89,780 miles (+12,019)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    89,780 miles
    Test number
    383482279035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass77,761 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,761 miles
    Test number
    213868378060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass73,426 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,426 miles
    Test number
    353371396297
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T727 KBL

Does T727 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T727 KBL is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T727 KBL?
The MOT on T727 KBL is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T727 KBL done?
T727 KBL was recorded at 225,180 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 7,694 miles a year.
Has T727 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T727 KBL has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T727 KBL 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 T727 KBL find?
T727 KBL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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