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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T842 AFJMOT history

T842 AFJ is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 117,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
117,961 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T842 AFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T842 AFJ was last recorded at 117,961 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 1,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,728 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,233 miles
Average per year
1,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,961 miles
  • 2024 – 116,728 miles
  • 2023 – 115,601 miles
  • 2022 – 114,463 miles
  • 2021 – 113,409 miles
  • 2020 – 112,243 miles
  • 2019 – 111,394 miles
  • 2018 – 111,222 miles
  • 2017 – 109,997 miles
  • 2016 – 109,541 miles
  • 2015 – 108,034 miles
  • 2009 – 106,500 miles
  • 2008 – 96,867 miles
  • 2007 – 91,823 miles
  • 2006 – 81,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,961 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCovers + shields fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Covers & shields fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Covers and shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,961 miles (+1,233)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    117,961 miles
    Test number
    889032104652
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering suspension components corroded

  2. Pass116,728 miles (+1,127)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,728 miles
    Test number
    792187352260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering suspension components corroded

  3. Pass115,601 miles (+1,138)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    115,601 miles
    Test number
    445654702881
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

  4. Pass114,463 miles (+1,054)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,463 miles
    Test number
    628306295074
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured white / yellow light (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle / all steering + suspension components corroded

  5. Pass113,409 miles (+1,166)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,409 miles
    Test number
    921822327455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers shields fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  6. Pass112,243 miles (+849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,243 miles
    Test number
    432290905167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  7. Pass111,394 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,394 miles
    Test number
    189309132196
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  8. Fail111,394 miles (+172)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,394 miles
    Test number
    365603735828
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  9. Pass111,222 miles (+1,225)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,222 miles
    Test number
    919148759148
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront registration loose but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass109,997 miles (+456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,997 miles
    Test number
    564257852291
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2254517 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  11. Pass109,541 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,541 miles
    Test number
    310767103918
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted

  12. Fail109,536 miles (+1,502)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,536 miles
    Test number
    144014856988
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete damaged (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm perished (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyres slightly misshaped
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted

  13. Pass108,034 miles (+1,534)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,034 miles
    Test number
    178823705238
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrakes slightly rusty
    • NoteRubber boots slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSteering / suspension has slight play

  14. Pass106,500 miles (+9,633)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    106,500 miles
    Test number
    782806539204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,867 miles (+5,044)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    96,867 miles
    Test number
    664871438272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken but still supports exhaust
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn

  16. Pass91,823 miles (+10,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    91,823 miles
    Test number
    320296637277
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass81,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    81,731 miles
    Test number
    770126626207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Questions about T842 AFJ

Does T842 AFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T842 AFJ expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T842 AFJ?
The MOT on T842 AFJ expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T842 AFJ done?
T842 AFJ was recorded at 117,961 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 1,913 miles a year.
Has T842 AFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T842 AFJ has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T842 AFJ 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 T842 AFJ find?
T842 AFJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 7 more.

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