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Audi A3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T738 KFJMOT history

T738 KFJ is a yellow petrol Audi A3 first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 187,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
187,014 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T738 KFJ
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
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T738 KFJ was last recorded at 187,014 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,195 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
819 miles
Average per year
6,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,014 miles
  • 2024 – 186,195 miles
  • 2023 – 185,587 miles
  • 2022 – 184,340 miles
  • 2021 – 183,256 miles
  • 2020 – 180,617 miles
  • 2019 – 176,838 miles
  • 2018 – 171,041 miles
  • 2017 – 162,279 miles
  • 2016 – 153,740 miles
  • 2015 – 145,815 miles
  • 2014 – 140,131 miles
  • 2013 – 136,431 miles
  • 2012 – 132,452 miles
  • 2011 – 127,053 miles
  • 2010 – 119,631 miles
  • 2009 – 113,724 miles
  • 2008 – 106,088 miles
  • 2007 – 91,457 miles
  • 2006 – 77,604 miles
  • 2005 – 66,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,014 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,014 miles (+819)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    187,014 miles
    Test number
    443164360791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass186,195 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    186,195 miles
    Test number
    583434214079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass185,587 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    185,587 miles
    Test number
    670717225784
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail185,581 miles (+1,241)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,581 miles
    Test number
    975867942917
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass184,340 miles (+1,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    184,340 miles
    Test number
    649869570776
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass183,256 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    183,256 miles
    Test number
    764823176318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail183,241 miles (+2,624)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,241 miles
    Test number
    197097932485
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass180,617 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    180,617 miles
    Test number
    604361428277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass176,838 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    176,838 miles
    Test number
    525762279346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass171,041 miles (+8,762)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    171,041 miles
    Test number
    364627609249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass162,279 miles (+8,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    162,279 miles
    Test number
    385062321293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass153,740 miles (+7,925)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    153,740 miles
    Test number
    283340925565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass145,815 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    145,815 miles
    Test number
    568733639420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,131 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    140,131 miles
    Test number
    946283824383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass136,431 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    136,431 miles
    Test number
    898079523393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass132,452 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    132,452 miles
    Test number
    117049312334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass127,053 miles (+7,422)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    127,053 miles
    Test number
    408717721373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass119,631 miles (+5,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    119,631 miles
    Test number
    872614420329
    • NoteFront discs worn

  19. Pass113,724 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    113,724 miles
    Test number
    893921339319
    • NoteHole o.s.f indicator, both inner drive shaft boots loose.

  20. Fail113,724 miles (+7,636)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,724 miles
    Test number
    562581039317
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHole o.s.f indicator, both inner drive shaft boots loose.

  21. Fail106,088 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,088 miles
    Test number
    213236618358
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass106,088 miles (+14,631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    106,088 miles
    Test number
    374156318349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail91,457 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,457 miles
    Test number
    423691237353
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet tight to shut
    • NoteO/s/f inner drive-shaft seeping grease

  24. Pass91,457 miles (+13,853)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    91,457 miles
    Test number
    684631437349
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet tight to shut
    • NoteO/s/f inner drive-shaft seeping grease

  25. Pass77,604 miles (+10,815)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    414980716327
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket has broken but exhaust is still being well supported

  26. Pass66,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    682140635317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T738 KFJ

Does T738 KFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T738 KFJ is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T738 KFJ?
The MOT on T738 KFJ is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T738 KFJ done?
T738 KFJ was recorded at 187,014 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 6,007 miles a year.
Has T738 KFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T738 KFJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T738 KFJ 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 T738 KFJ find?
T738 KFJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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