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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T899 HFVMOT history

T899 HFV is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 24 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
146,962 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T899 HFV
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
24 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T899 HFV was last recorded at 146,962 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 1,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,729 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,233 miles
Average per year
4,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,962 miles
  • 2024 – 145,729 miles
  • 2023 – 144,369 miles
  • 2022 – 143,075 miles
  • 2021 – 141,740 miles
  • 2020 – 139,771 miles
  • 2019 – 137,369 miles
  • 2018 – 135,239 miles
  • 2017 – 127,500 miles
  • 2016 – 118,732 miles
  • 2015 – 111,381 miles
  • 2014 – 104,570 miles
  • 2013 – 97,158 miles
  • 2012 – 90,136 miles
  • 2011 – 85,614 miles
  • 2010 – 82,182 miles
  • 2009 – 79,587 miles
  • 2008 – 74,308 miles
  • 2007 – 74,181 miles
  • 2006 – 72,537 miles
  • 2005 – 65,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,962 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint and rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded and holed outside prescribed areaRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,962 miles (+1,233)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    146,962 miles
    Test number
    806202959371
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint and rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded and holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass145,729 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    145,729 miles
    Test number
    487830681513
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint and rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded and holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail145,723 miles (+1,354)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,723 miles
    Test number
    624279364126
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint and rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded and holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,369 miles
    Test number
    129820686411
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail144,369 miles (+1,294)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,369 miles
    Test number
    125532722542
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed split on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass143,075 miles (+1,335)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,075 miles
    Test number
    454369701423
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play and offside rear lower inner joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords split on tread 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,740 miles (+1,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    141,740 miles
    Test number
    551097975804
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass139,771 miles (+2,402)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    139,771 miles
    Test number
    617577655975
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balder inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass137,369 miles (+2,130)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,369 miles
    Test number
    282406332453
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose securing clip missing

  10. Pass135,239 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    135,239 miles
    Test number
    830696321604
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has little reserve travel

  11. Fail135,234 miles (+7,734)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,234 miles
    Test number
    586223475608
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has little reserve travel

  12. Pass127,500 miles (+8,768)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    127,500 miles
    Test number
    367207980532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 225/40x18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass118,732 miles (+7,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,732 miles
    Test number
    657395856011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/40/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper hitting anti roll bar drop link when turn wheel full lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn edges

  14. Pass111,381 miles (+6,811)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,381 miles
    Test number
    798958925114
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust system, 1x hanger weld cracked
    • NotePinhole in offside rear inner cv boot
    • NotePlay in nearside track rod end
    • NotePlay in offside front top mount
    • NotePoor headlamp beam images
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded and stained

  15. Pass104,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    167614814114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,570 miles (+7,412)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    518794814148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass97,158 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,158 miles
    Test number
    819604413121
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail97,059 miles (+6,923)3 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,059 miles
    Test number
    455526503113
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres contact with the deflection shield
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres worn inner edge

  19. Pass90,136 miles (+4,522)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    90,136 miles
    Test number
    269001112130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSome corrosion to outside edge of os rear brake disc

  20. Pass85,614 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,614 miles
    Test number
    337536151071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,610 miles (+3,428)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    707400141020
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureService brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    82,182 miles
    Test number
    193260590030
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail82,182 miles (+2,595)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,182 miles
    Test number
    960470690012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass79,587 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,587 miles
    Test number
    351270189277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,308 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,308 miles
    Test number
    771524388258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass74,181 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    74,181 miles
    Test number
    781023867282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,537 miles (+7,108)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    72,537 miles
    Test number
    420049866254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass65,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    65,429 miles
    Test number
    132293255239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T899 HFV

Does T899 HFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T899 HFV is valid until 17 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T899 HFV?
The MOT on T899 HFV is valid until 17 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T899 HFV done?
T899 HFV was recorded at 146,962 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 4,057 miles a year.
Has T899 HFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T899 HFV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T899 HFV 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 T899 HFV find?
T899 HFV passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint and rear pipe; nearside coil spring corroded and offside rear; nearside front outer sill corroded and holed outside prescribed area, and 4 more.

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