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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

V16 WALMOT history

V16 WAL is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 212,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

V16 WAL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
212,416 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 WAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 WAL was last recorded at 212,416 miles on 13 May 2026, 6,059 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
206,357 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,059 miles
Average per year
9,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,416 miles
  • 2025 – 206,357 miles
  • 2024 – 198,175 miles
  • 2023 – 188,895 miles
  • 2022 – 179,184 miles
  • 2021 – 170,466 miles
  • 2020 – 160,547 miles
  • 2019 – 147,295 miles
  • 2018 – 137,302 miles
  • 2017 – 123,304 miles
  • 2016 – 110,854 miles
  • 2015 – 102,885 miles
  • 2014 – 91,311 miles
  • 2013 – 81,108 miles
  • 2012 – 71,248 miles
  • 2011 – 60,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,416 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,416 miles (+6,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    212,416 miles
    Test number
    162130787395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass206,357 miles (+8,182)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    206,357 miles
    Test number
    631119689372
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass198,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    198,175 miles
    Test number
    818367247880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail198,175 miles (+9,280)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,175 miles
    Test number
    843298646033
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass188,895 miles (+9,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    188,895 miles
    Test number
    485396120464
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,184 miles (+8,718)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    179,184 miles
    Test number
    952412564088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass170,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    170,466 miles
    Test number
    760771470629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail170,466 miles (+9,919)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,466 miles
    Test number
    701837817235
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass160,547 miles (+13,252)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    160,547 miles
    Test number
    417046224143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,295 miles (+9,993)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    147,295 miles
    Test number
    743840875723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass137,302 miles (+13,998)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    137,302 miles
    Test number
    909747173801
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers upper and lower not allowing inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass123,304 miles (+12,450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,304 miles
    Test number
    748824270606
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers upper & lower not allowing inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,854 miles (+7,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,854 miles
    Test number
    753464094277
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle covers fitted on top of engine and underneath

  14. Pass102,885 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,885 miles
    Test number
    326921465062
    • NoteSmall stone chip to front number plate

  15. Fail102,885 miles (+11,574)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,885 miles
    Test number
    537931465092
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall stone chip to front number plate

  16. Pass91,311 miles (+10,203)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,311 miles
    Test number
    118223964051
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear brake grabbing slightly

  17. Pass81,108 miles (+9,860)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,108 miles
    Test number
    365790863094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,248 miles (+10,509)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,248 miles
    Test number
    215091962045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    708529351004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V16 WAL

Does V16 WAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 WAL is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 WAL?
The MOT on V16 WAL is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 WAL done?
V16 WAL was recorded at 212,416 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 9,977 miles a year.
Has V16 WAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 WAL has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V16 WAL 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 V16 WAL find?
V16 WAL passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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