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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

T959 ABWMOT history

T959 ABW is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 148,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
148,845 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T959 ABW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T959 ABW was last recorded at 148,845 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 2,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,005 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,840 miles
Average per year
6,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,845 miles
  • 2025 – 146,005 miles
  • 2024 – 144,057 miles
  • 2023 – 139,149 miles
  • 2022 – 130,305 miles
  • 2020 – 123,727 miles
  • 2019 – 113,440 miles
  • 2018 – 104,741 miles
  • 2016 – 100,107 miles
  • 2015 – 93,831 miles
  • 2014 – 87,810 miles
  • 2013 – 69,213 miles
  • 2012 – 60,763 miles
  • 2011 – 52,192 miles
  • 2010 – 46,652 miles
  • 2009 – 37,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,845 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORORRDEDRecorded 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,845 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    148,845 miles
    Test number
    736886428695
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORORRDED

  2. Fail148,845 miles (+2,840)1 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,845 miles
    Test number
    783529931207
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORORRDED

  3. Pass146,005 miles (+1,948)5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    146,005 miles
    Test number
    262647292675
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORORRDED

  4. Pass144,057 miles (+4,908)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,057 miles
    Test number
    365563900955
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,149 miles (+8,844)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,149 miles
    Test number
    126642646290
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass130,305 miles (+6,578)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,305 miles
    Test number
    347251395780
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE DEPH ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass123,727 miles (+10,287)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,727 miles
    Test number
    865635305636
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  8. Pass113,440 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,440 miles
    Test number
    340764862088
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 1.5mm -2-0mm recommend change asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail113,440 miles (+8,699)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,440 miles
    Test number
    910702998999
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 1.5mm -2-0mm recommend change asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass104,741 miles (+4,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    104,741 miles
    Test number
    223565225301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass100,107 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    100,107 miles
    Test number
    976632469976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail100,107 miles (+6,276)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,107 miles
    Test number
    494736331257
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass93,831 miles (+6,021)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,831 miles
    Test number
    268088470490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,810 miles (+7,168)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,810 miles
    Test number
    486652234392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,642 miles (+11,429)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,642 miles
    Test number
    206236814086
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brakes sticking

  16. Pass69,213 miles (+8,450)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,213 miles
    Test number
    686055113034
    • NotePlastic cover for N/S/R shock absorber broken and bump stop perished

  17. Pass60,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,763 miles
    Test number
    905544122004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,763 miles (+8,571)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,763 miles
    Test number
    398124822023
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass52,192 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,192 miles
    Test number
    868361521059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,652 miles (+9,259)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,652 miles
    Test number
    974852120091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,393 miles
    Test number
    833285919051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail37,393 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,393 miles
    Test number
    772205619076
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T959 ABW

Does T959 ABW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T959 ABW is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T959 ABW?
The MOT on T959 ABW is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T959 ABW done?
T959 ABW was recorded at 148,845 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 6,488 miles a year.
Has T959 ABW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T959 ABW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T959 ABW 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 T959 ABW find?
T959 ABW passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 9 more.

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