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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

THP 448MOT history

THP 448 is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 30,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
30,129 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
THP 448
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

THP 448 was last recorded at 30,129 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,098 miles · 25 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
1,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 30,129 miles
  • 2020 – 29,966 miles
  • 2019 – 29,216 miles
  • 2018 – 28,570 miles
  • 2017 – 28,107 miles
  • 2016 – 27,381 miles
  • 2015 – 26,633 miles
  • 2014 – 25,308 miles
  • 2013 – 24,677 miles
  • 2012 – 23,799 miles
  • 2011 – 22,658 miles
  • 2010 – 21,846 miles
  • 2009 – 20,200 miles
  • 2008 – 18,603 miles
  • 2007 – 16,739 miles
  • 2006 – 14,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,129 miles
  • AdvisoryFront both front tyres out of dateRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower bushes worn and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 windscreen chipped

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Fuel pipe chewed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,129 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,129 miles
    Test number
    737521038121
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres out of date
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower bushes worn and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorbers corroded

  2. Fail30,098 miles (+132)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,098 miles
    Test number
    423453707472
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres out of date
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower bushes worn and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorbers corroded

  3. Pass29,966 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    29,966 miles
    Test number
    539703422458
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe chewed
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  4. Fail29,964 miles (+32)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,964 miles
    Test number
    885061074278
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main run to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe chewed
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  5. Fail29,932 miles (+716)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,932 miles
    Test number
    362512529885
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass29,216 miles (+28)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    29,216 miles
    Test number
    213059208246
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryDeep cut to nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen chipped
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp auto levelling device broken on rear suspension

  7. Fail29,188 miles (+618)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,188 miles
    Test number
    924292227191
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryDeep cut to nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen chipped
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp auto levelling device broken on rear suspension

  8. Pass28,570 miles (+54)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    28,570 miles
    Test number
    257128454396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc corroded all round
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen chipped

  9. Fail28,516 miles (+409)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,516 miles
    Test number
    986686301577
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc corroded all round
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen chipped

  10. Pass28,107 miles (+726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    28,107 miles
    Test number
    532213054494
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass27,381 miles (+748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,381 miles
    Test number
    658700416908
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass26,633 miles (+1,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,633 miles
    Test number
    297756405412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass25,308 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,308 miles
    Test number
    846067504105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail25,258 miles (+581)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,258 miles
    Test number
    125679694003
    • FailureRear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass24,677 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,677 miles
    Test number
    896349903159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail23,799 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,799 miles
    Test number
    147645792074
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass23,799 miles (+1,141)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,799 miles
    Test number
    188085392406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,658 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,658 miles
    Test number
    697612601132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,846 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,846 miles
    Test number
    930499200149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Fail21,809 miles (+1,609)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,809 miles
    Test number
    283286500110
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass20,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,200 miles
    Test number
    901527409177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,200 miles (+70)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,200 miles
    Test number
    614176909128
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail20,130 miles (+1,527)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,130 miles
    Test number
    121729799045
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded.

  24. Pass18,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,603 miles
    Test number
    762071108103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,603 miles (+1,864)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,603 miles
    Test number
    411558798059
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass16,739 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,739 miles
    Test number
    103852997453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,453 miles
    Test number
    481712306143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about THP 448

What vehicle is registration THP 448 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show THP 448 on a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 May 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does THP 448 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on THP 448 expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on THP 448?
The MOT on THP 448 expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has THP 448 done?
THP 448 was recorded at 30,129 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 1,007 miles a year.
Has THP 448 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. THP 448 has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on THP 448 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 THP 448 find?
THP 448 passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: front both front tyres out of date; rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower bushes worn and cracked; rear both rear shock absorbers corroded.

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