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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

T9 VCWMOT history

T9 VCW is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 6 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 177,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
177,857 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T9 VCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T9 VCW was last recorded at 177,857 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 6,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,067 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,790 miles
Average per year
11,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,857 miles
  • 2024 – 171,067 miles
  • 2023 – 162,711 miles
  • 2022 – 151,419 miles
  • 2021 – 141,228 miles
  • 2020 – 129,853 miles
  • 2019 – 119,238 miles
  • 2018 – 115,748 miles
  • 2017 – 103,103 miles
  • 2016 – 89,586 miles
  • 2015 – 74,661 miles
  • 2014 – 52,490 miles
  • 2013 – 44,734 miles
  • 2012 – 30,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,857 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,857 miles (+6,790)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    177,857 miles
    Test number
    147583149990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass171,067 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    171,067 miles
    Test number
    784726012175
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail171,067 miles (+8,356)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,067 miles
    Test number
    799225089447
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass162,711 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    162,711 miles
    Test number
    848948168831
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail162,705 miles (+11,286)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,705 miles
    Test number
    559027016610
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass151,419 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    151,419 miles
    Test number
    410441985516
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail151,415 miles (+10,187)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,415 miles
    Test number
    458838278137
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on edge(s) - Nearly excessive (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin And pad lining appears to be breaking up (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on edge(s) - Nearly excessive (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on edge(s) - Nearly excessive (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass141,228 miles (+11,375)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,228 miles
    Test number
    105030710201
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass129,853 miles (+10,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,853 miles
    Test number
    821704754370
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass119,238 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,238 miles
    Test number
    135764763336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,236 miles (+3,488)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,236 miles
    Test number
    354538088833
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass115,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,748 miles
    Test number
    525041334874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail115,748 miles (+12,645)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,748 miles
    Test number
    941438253829
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  14. Pass103,103 miles (+13,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,103 miles
    Test number
    956696638853
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass89,586 miles (+14,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,586 miles
    Test number
    683311305884
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread stepping on inner edges

  16. Pass74,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,661 miles
    Test number
    994095067445
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring certain components.

  17. Fail74,661 miles (+22,171)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,661 miles
    Test number
    978541930721
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring certain components.

  18. Pass52,490 miles (+7,756)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,490 miles
    Test number
    347437504346
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,734 miles (+14,503)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,734 miles
    Test number
    546503803301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,231 miles
    Test number
    198004212377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,231 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,231 miles
    Test number
    898964912305
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T9 VCW

Does T9 VCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T9 VCW is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T9 VCW?
The MOT on T9 VCW is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T9 VCW done?
T9 VCW was recorded at 177,857 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 11,402 miles a year.
Has T9 VCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T9 VCW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T9 VCW 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 T9 VCW find?
T9 VCW passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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