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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T785 JGWMOT history

T785 JGW is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 222,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2023
Mileage
222,016 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T785 JGW
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
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T785 JGW was last recorded at 222,016 miles on 23 Apr 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,016 miles · 22 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 222,016 miles
  • 2021 – 219,781 miles
  • 2019 – 218,682 miles
  • 2018 – 217,556 miles
  • 2017 – 216,946 miles
  • 2016 – 216,109 miles
  • 2015 – 213,328 miles
  • 2014 – 210,827 miles
  • 2012 – 199,558 miles
  • 2011 – 188,110 miles
  • 2010 – 168,598 miles
  • 2009 – 149,821 miles
  • 2008 – 134,298 miles
  • 2007 – 111,899 miles
  • 2006 – 93,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,016 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front subframe has a repair
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    222,016 miles
    Test number
    965941531632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front subframe has a repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail222,016 miles (+2,235)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,016 miles
    Test number
    522337705215
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass219,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    219,781 miles
    Test number
    127859623209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail219,781 miles (+1,099)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,781 miles
    Test number
    961952218674
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass218,682 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    218,682 miles
    Test number
    351065256630
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCat heat shield missing but no fire risk

  6. Fail218,682 miles (+1,126)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,682 miles
    Test number
    780781947168
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCat heat shield missing but no fire risk

  7. Pass217,556 miles (+610)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    217,556 miles
    Test number
    820783430546
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust central cradle mounting has deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate has warped and only just being illuminated (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass216,946 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    216,946 miles
    Test number
    666322983009
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre cradle is broken / deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bodies quite badly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' at the offside of the central area of the screen (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail216,946 miles (+837)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,946 miles
    Test number
    359330010044
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb colour has deteriorated (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre cradle is broken / deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bodies quite badly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' at the offside of the central area of the screen (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass216,109 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    216,109 miles
    Test number
    417898309838
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear shock absorbers are corroded
    • AdvisoryChip in lower central area of the windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre support cradle is broken
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads starting to wear low
    • AdvisoryRear number plate is deteriorating

  11. Fail216,108 miles (+2,780)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,108 miles
    Test number
    401428221064
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened lower spring pan corroded away (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear shock absorbers are corroded
    • AdvisoryChip in lower central area of the windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre support cradle is broken
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT McPHERSON STRUT IS BADLY CORRODED TO THE LIMITS
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads starting to wear low
    • AdvisoryRear number plate is deteriorating

  12. Pass213,328 miles (+2,501)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    213,328 miles
    Test number
    409117455028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front McPherson supsension struts badly corroded.
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers are corroded.
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting deteriorating.
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriorating.

  13. Pass210,827 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    210,827 miles
    Test number
    157868614110
    • NoteBoth rear brake are noisey when the wheels are spun
    • NoteThe rear number plate is in poor condition

  14. Fail210,818 miles (+11,260)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,818 miles
    Test number
    597844814114
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake are noisey when the wheels are spun
    • NoteThe rear number plate is in poor condition

  15. Pass199,558 miles (+11,448)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    199,558 miles
    Test number
    388899162442
    • NoteBoth front windscreen wipers are split
    • NoteThe front brake pads are low
    • NoteThe o/s front inner drive shaft gaiter is weaping

  16. Pass188,110 miles (+19,512)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    188,110 miles
    Test number
    396848901392
    • NoteN/s rear wheel bearing slightly rough.

  17. Pass168,598 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    168,598 miles
    Test number
    382231320493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail168,597 miles (+18,776)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,597 miles
    Test number
    392407310274
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads low on limit
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust rear mount
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre and pressure low

  19. Pass149,821 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    149,821 miles
    Test number
    953485779162
    • NoteOff sidde front lower suspension arm rear bush starting to seperate.

  20. Fail149,821 miles (+15,523)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,821 miles
    Test number
    560025779139
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOff sidde front lower suspension arm rear bush starting to seperate.
    • NoteUndershield insecure on off side.

  21. Pass134,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    134,298 miles
    Test number
    670849378123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail134,298 miles (+2,976)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,298 miles
    Test number
    953097478167
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth wing mirror glasses discoloured
    • NoteFront brakes low
    • NoteHigh level brake light bulbs some not working
    • NoteNumber plates tatty
    • NoteRear exhaust box mount badly corroding
    • NoteRear tyres on 2-3 mm and nsf on 4mm

  23. Pass131,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    873873498016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail131,321 miles (+19,422)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,321 miles
    Test number
    740683298009
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s & n/s rear tyre tread depths low

  25. Pass111,899 miles (+18,222)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    111,899 miles
    Test number
    823457057078
    • NoteOffside and Nearside front lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes in poor condition.
    • NoteOffside and Nearside rear axle beam mounting bushes worn to the limit.

  26. Pass93,677 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    93,677 miles
    Test number
    584590866050
    • NoteOff side front tyre low on inner edge of tread

Questions about T785 JGW

Does T785 JGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T785 JGW expired on 28 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T785 JGW?
The MOT on T785 JGW expired on 28 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T785 JGW done?
T785 JGW was recorded at 222,016 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2022, an average of 7,949 miles a year.
Has T785 JGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T785 JGW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T785 JGW 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 T785 JGW find?
T785 JGW passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread area; nearside front subframe has a repair; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread area.

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