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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V45 DCLMOT history

V45 DCL is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,511 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 DCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V45 DCL was last recorded at 129,511 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 8,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,342 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,169 miles
Average per year
3,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,511 miles
  • 2024 – 110,403 miles
  • 2022 – 107,453 miles
  • 2021 – 106,863 miles
  • 2019 – 105,339 miles
  • 2018 – 103,367 miles
  • 2017 – 100,905 miles
  • 2016 – 98,017 miles
  • 2015 – 93,849 miles
  • 2014 – 89,872 miles
  • 2013 – 85,092 miles
  • 2012 – 81,847 miles
  • 2011 – 78,836 miles
  • 2010 – 74,910 miles
  • 2009 – 71,138 miles
  • 2008 – 67,423 miles
  • 2007 – 62,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,511 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s rear springs and axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,511 miles
    Test number
    785865337859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,503 miles (+8,161)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,503 miles
    Test number
    686148943755
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass121,342 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    121,342 miles
    Test number
    704304090546
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail121,334 miles (+10,931)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,334 miles
    Test number
    582970442166
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass110,403 miles (+2,950)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,403 miles
    Test number
    288648741347
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,453 miles (+590)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    107,453 miles
    Test number
    125501426804
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front disc inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s and o/s rear spring and axle corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s rear cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass106,863 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,863 miles
    Test number
    410863231077
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s and o/s rear springs and axle corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s front arm and bushes deteriorated/corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s front and o/s rear cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail106,853 miles (+728)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,853 miles
    Test number
    661005745941
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s rear on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s and o/s rear springs and axle corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s front arm and bushes deteriorated/corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s front and o/s rear cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass106,125 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,125 miles
    Test number
    278010643528
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front disc inner face very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s rear on axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail106,125 miles (+786)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,125 miles
    Test number
    471992001324
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective o/s starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front disc inner face very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s rear on axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front inner edge and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass105,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,339 miles
    Test number
    744694986694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f inner face corroded but good in rollers (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread letters starting to fade (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail105,339 miles (+1,972)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,339 miles
    Test number
    187328132092
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml light not working (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f inner face corroded but good in rollers (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread letters starting to fade (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass103,367 miles (+2,462)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,367 miles
    Test number
    331474118679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,905 miles (+2,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,905 miles
    Test number
    968483132190
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass98,017 miles (+4,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,017 miles
    Test number
    604686534123
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding - not affecting performance

  16. Pass93,849 miles (+3,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,849 miles
    Test number
    376355170616
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  17. Pass89,872 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    89,872 miles
    Test number
    377331954345
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail89,872 miles (+4,780)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,872 miles
    Test number
    427341654307
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass85,092 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,092 miles
    Test number
    698518233371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,847 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    636487142353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,836 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,836 miles
    Test number
    517663441371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,910 miles (+3,772)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    323835060354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    320288749317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail71,138 miles (+3,715)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    510028649377
    • FailureFront Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • NoteBattery condition poor

  25. Pass67,423 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,423 miles
    Test number
    803833958375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,481 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,481 miles
    Test number
    754452157303
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims on lower limit
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces corroded

  27. Fail62,481 miles (+5,015)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,481 miles
    Test number
    212092757397
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims on lower limit
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces corroded

  28. Pass57,466 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,466 miles
    Test number
    981922007093
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to corrode
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

Questions about V45 DCL

Does V45 DCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V45 DCL is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V45 DCL?
The MOT on V45 DCL is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V45 DCL done?
V45 DCL was recorded at 129,511 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 3,805 miles a year.
Has V45 DCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 DCL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V45 DCL 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 V45 DCL find?
V45 DCL passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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