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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

V678 NRHMOT history

V678 NRH is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2024
Mileage
143,633 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V678 NRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V678 NRH was last recorded at 143,633 miles on 26 Jan 2023, 11,631 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,002 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
11,631 miles
Average per year
6,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 143,633 miles
  • 2022 – 132,002 miles
  • 2021 – 124,843 miles
  • 2020 – 119,216 miles
  • 2019 – 114,055 miles
  • 2018 – 108,873 miles
  • 2017 – 103,721 miles
  • 2016 – 100,980 miles
  • 2015 – 98,615 miles
  • 2014 – 96,048 miles
  • 2013 – 93,796 miles
  • 2012 – 90,542 miles
  • 2011 – 87,390 miles
  • 2010 – 83,793 miles
  • 2009 – 74,911 miles
  • 2008 – 62,782 miles
  • 2006 – 42,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,633 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryUndersealed in places

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.

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,633 miles (+11,631)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,633 miles
    Test number
    639803881619
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndersealed in places

  2. Pass132,002 miles (+7,159)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    132,002 miles
    Test number
    903601985526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,843 miles (+5,627)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,843 miles
    Test number
    409118893623
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryFloors slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

  4. Pass119,216 miles (+5,161)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,216 miles
    Test number
    856001217718
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slight blow
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

  5. Pass114,055 miles (+5,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,055 miles
    Test number
    454227795067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass108,873 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,873 miles
    Test number
    689532073740
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly tight
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

  7. Fail108,873 miles (+5,152)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,873 miles
    Test number
    337257337965
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly tight
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

  8. Pass103,721 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,721 miles
    Test number
    527945419057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

  9. Fail103,719 miles (+2,739)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,719 miles
    Test number
    289292205126
    • FailureEmissions not tested emissions aborted due to vehicle starting to smoke (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

  10. Pass100,980 miles (+2,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,980 miles
    Test number
    304913735904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass98,615 miles (+2,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,615 miles
    Test number
    536094435074
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  12. Pass96,048 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    96,048 miles
    Test number
    615219734095
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamps badley corroed but not insecure.

  13. Fail96,048 miles (+2,252)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,048 miles
    Test number
    306831734021
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamps badley corroed but not insecure.

  14. Pass93,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,796 miles
    Test number
    975123933039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail93,796 miles (+3,254)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,796 miles
    Test number
    995482633016
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass90,542 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    90,542 miles
    Test number
    915648632019
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteUnable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

  17. Fail90,542 miles (+3,152)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,542 miles
    Test number
    176248632098
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteUnable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

  18. Pass87,390 miles (+3,597)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    87,390 miles
    Test number
    739380341048
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRestricted view of engine bay cover fitted
    • NoteUnable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

  19. Pass83,793 miles (+8,882)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,793 miles
    Test number
    272093040025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,911 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,911 miles
    Test number
    100229269421
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass74,911 miles (+12,129)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    74,911 miles
    Test number
    714249569090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,782 miles (+20,618)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,782 miles
    Test number
    140667018065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir Bag Light Staying On

  23. Pass42,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,164 miles
    Test number
    592907916378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V678 NRH

Does V678 NRH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V678 NRH expired on 8 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V678 NRH?
The MOT on V678 NRH expired on 8 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V678 NRH done?
V678 NRH was recorded at 143,633 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2023, an average of 6,263 miles a year.
Has V678 NRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V678 NRH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on V678 NRH 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 V678 NRH find?
V678 NRH passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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