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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

T8 DFJMOT history

T8 DFJ is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 31 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
127,669 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 DFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 DFJ was last recorded at 127,669 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 13,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,275 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
13,394 miles
Average per year
9,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,669 miles
  • 2025 – 114,275 miles
  • 2024 – 101,632 miles
  • 2023 – 97,201 miles
  • 2022 – 92,853 miles
  • 2021 – 88,151 miles
  • 2020 – 82,285 miles
  • 2019 – 71,538 miles
  • 2018 – 54,693 miles
  • 2017 – 43,335 miles
  • 2016 – 34,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,669 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,669 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    127,669 miles
    Test number
    185136479259
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail127,669 miles (+13,394)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,669 miles
    Test number
    718583516864
    • Repaired at testFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass114,275 miles (+12,643)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,275 miles
    Test number
    792855749053
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass101,632 miles (+4,431)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,632 miles
    Test number
    744113585394
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,201 miles (+62)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,201 miles
    Test number
    193943201949
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail97,139 miles (+4,286)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,139 miles
    Test number
    611195343034
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,853 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    532733576663
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail92,853 miles (+4,702)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    557915624389
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass88,151 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,151 miles
    Test number
    212564957270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,285 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,285 miles
    Test number
    240173157657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,175 miles (+10,637)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,175 miles
    Test number
    222175348851
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass71,538 miles (+16,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,538 miles
    Test number
    626279730152
    • AdvisoryHeat shield slightly loose above rear silencer

  13. Pass54,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,693 miles
    Test number
    324573439068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail54,693 miles (+11,358)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,693 miles
    Test number
    696117537434
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass43,335 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,335 miles
    Test number
    622735983191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail43,181 miles (+8,322)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    903363638289
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass34,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,859 miles
    Test number
    264204469003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T8 DFJ

Does T8 DFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 DFJ is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 DFJ?
The MOT on T8 DFJ is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 DFJ done?
T8 DFJ was recorded at 127,669 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 9,239 miles a year.
Has T8 DFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 DFJ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 DFJ 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 T8 DFJ find?
T8 DFJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s.

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