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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T748 YDVMOT history

T748 YDV is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2020 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 184,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2020
Mileage
184,590 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T748 YDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T748 YDV was last recorded at 184,590 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 5,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2016: 155,597 miles, lower than 155,598 miles on 30 Nov 2016.

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
179,192 miles · 9 Nov 2019
Between the last two tests
5,398 miles
Average per year
5,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,590 miles
  • 2019 – 179,192 miles
  • 2018 – 172,186 miles
  • 2017 – 161,954 miles
  • 2016 – 155,597 miles
  • 2015 – 152,729 miles
  • 2013 – 145,781 miles
  • 2012 – 138,727 miles
  • 2011 – 130,420 miles
  • 2010 – 124,615 miles
  • 2009 – 109,269 miles
  • 2008 – 93,317 miles
  • 2007 – 84,143 miles
  • 2006 – 73,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail184,590 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Unable to carry rear seat belt inspection due to rear seats folded forward.

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail184,590 miles (+5,398)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,590 miles
    Test number
    737843276328
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Unable to carry rear seat belt inspection due to rear seats folded forward.

  2. Pass179,192 miles (+7,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,192 miles
    Test number
    869554584839
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass172,186 miles (+10,232)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    172,186 miles
    Test number
    326621993517
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  4. Pass161,954 miles (+6,357)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    161,954 miles
    Test number
    673958357698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass155,597 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    155,597 miles
    Test number
    599124595300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail155,598 miles (+2,869)4 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,598 miles
    Test number
    101370486549
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • DangerousFront Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulders torn both sides of car (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure ABS wires both sides (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working both sides (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  7. Pass152,729 miles (+6,948)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    152,729 miles
    Test number
    115973305095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre perished

  8. Pass145,781 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    145,781 miles
    Test number
    397525993211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass138,727 miles (+8,307)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    138,727 miles
    Test number
    758673092214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass130,420 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    130,420 miles
    Test number
    385828091202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail130,420 miles (+5,805)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,420 miles
    Test number
    118277791269
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass124,615 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    124,615 miles
    Test number
    253122890291
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail124,615 miles (+15,346)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,615 miles
    Test number
    262412690239
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass109,269 miles (+15,952)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,269 miles
    Test number
    361382489493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,317 miles (+9,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,317 miles
    Test number
    284449358432
    • NoteN/s/r tyre near tread depth limit

  16. Pass84,143 miles (+10,200)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    84,143 miles
    Test number
    221436547477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,943 miles
    Test number
    540426146109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T748 YDV

Does T748 YDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T748 YDV expired on 30 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T748 YDV?
The MOT on T748 YDV expired on 30 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T748 YDV done?
T748 YDV was recorded at 184,590 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 5,465 miles a year.
Has T748 YDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T748 YDV has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T748 YDV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T748 YDV find?
T748 YDV failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 major defect and 10 advisories: nearside front lower oil leaking excessively from transmission; central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 8 more.

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