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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T857 CGXMOT history

T857 CGX is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 151,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
151,680 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T857 CGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T857 CGX was last recorded at 151,680 miles on 4 Feb 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,676 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,680 miles
  • 2024 – 150,160 miles
  • 2023 – 148,653 miles
  • 2022 – 147,419 miles
  • 2021 – 144,383 miles
  • 2020 – 138,822 miles
  • 2019 – 129,949 miles
  • 2018 – 118,870 miles
  • 2017 – 112,127 miles
  • 2015 – 107,006 miles
  • 2014 – 102,322 miles
  • 2013 – 96,173 miles
  • 2012 – 92,256 miles
  • 2011 – 86,490 miles
  • 2010 – 82,351 miles
  • 2009 – 74,948 miles
  • 2008 – 65,869 miles
  • 2007 – 58,872 miles
  • 2006 – 52,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,680 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside sill damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBattery light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • All steering & suspension components are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S & O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine & sump oily

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,680 miles (+4)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,680 miles
    Test number
    654777870931
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light on

  2. Fail151,676 miles (+1,516)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,676 miles
    Test number
    345300369438
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed cooling fan in-op & temp rising (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light on

  3. Pass150,160 miles (+2)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,160 miles
    Test number
    930260514220
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear metal & flexy brake pipes are heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryAll steering & suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & sump oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust box front bracket deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is covered in mud unable to inspect some components fully

  4. Fail150,158 miles (+1,505)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,158 miles
    Test number
    524946461162
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steering & suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (middle) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & sump oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is covered in mud unable to inspect some components fully

  5. Pass148,653 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,653 miles
    Test number
    917508589639
    • AdvisoryAll steering & suspension components corroded lightly
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front and rear centre exhaust clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryManufactures covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & sump damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParts of the underneath of the vehicle are dirty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle corroded unable to inspect fully due to location (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Rear axle front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail148,651 miles (+1,232)8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,651 miles
    Test number
    480031936457
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steering & suspension components corroded lightly
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front and rear centre exhaust clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has slight travel
    • AdvisoryManufactures covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & sump damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParts of the underneath of the vehicle are dirty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle corroded unable to inspect fully due to location (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Rear axle front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,419 miles (+3,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,419 miles
    Test number
    850998231803
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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))

  8. Pass144,383 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,383 miles
    Test number
    238050462370
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTemporary ignition switch fitted

  9. Fail144,383 miles (+5,561)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,383 miles
    Test number
    589080209863
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTemporary ignition switch fitted

  10. Pass138,822 miles (+8,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    138,822 miles
    Test number
    381481097146
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass129,949 miles (+11,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    129,949 miles
    Test number
    843742184171
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass118,870 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,870 miles
    Test number
    192581359924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail118,869 miles (+6,742)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,869 miles
    Test number
    694126803238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass112,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    112,127 miles
    Test number
    732916656559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,127 miles (+5,121)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,127 miles
    Test number
    753786455891
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass107,006 miles (+4,684)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,006 miles
    Test number
    896330045158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,322 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,322 miles
    Test number
    835463634198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,173 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,173 miles
    Test number
    148360643171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,256 miles (+5,766)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,256 miles
    Test number
    618903542150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,490 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,490 miles
    Test number
    957966741114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,351 miles (+7,403)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,351 miles
    Test number
    620295740144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,948 miles (+9,079)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    74,948 miles
    Test number
    480995239151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,869 miles (+6,997)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,869 miles
    Test number
    213225438424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,872 miles (+6,393)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,872 miles
    Test number
    841311247117
    • NoteN/s/f tyre close to limit

  25. Pass52,479 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,479 miles
    Test number
    940641136154
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to limit

Questions about T857 CGX

Does T857 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T857 CGX expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T857 CGX?
The MOT on T857 CGX expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T857 CGX done?
T857 CGX was recorded at 151,680 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2025, an average of 5,294 miles a year.
Has T857 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T857 CGX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T857 CGX 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 T857 CGX find?
T857 CGX passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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