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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V685 CBDMOT history

V685 CBD is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 8 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,782 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 CBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 CBD was last recorded at 100,782 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 11,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,680 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,102 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,782 miles
  • 2024 – 89,680 miles
  • 2023 – 87,511 miles
  • 2022 – 85,033 miles
  • 2021 – 82,711 miles
  • 2020 – 80,983 miles
  • 2019 – 78,793 miles
  • 2018 – 77,243 miles
  • 2017 – 75,176 miles
  • 2016 – 71,757 miles
  • 2015 – 67,094 miles
  • 2014 – 62,544 miles
  • 2013 – 58,791 miles
  • 2012 – 56,046 miles
  • 2011 – 53,349 miles
  • 2010 – 51,905 miles
  • 2009 – 47,172 miles
  • 2007 – 43,856 miles
  • 2006 – 40,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,782 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Spare tyre defective flat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,782 miles (+11,102)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,782 miles
    Test number
    231412192418
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass89,680 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,680 miles
    Test number
    668124150263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  3. Fail89,679 miles (+2,168)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,679 miles
    Test number
    987220628279
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  4. Pass87,511 miles (+2,478)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    218050557739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flex to caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,033 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,033 miles
    Test number
    618224028681
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail85,028 miles (+2,317)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,028 miles
    Test number
    282229322329
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass82,711 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,711 miles
    Test number
    941281494260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,983 miles (+2,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,983 miles
    Test number
    384655819278
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,793 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,793 miles
    Test number
    337907990182
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail78,793 miles (+1,550)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,793 miles
    Test number
    785607693760
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass77,243 miles (+2,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,243 miles
    Test number
    543332706331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass75,176 miles (+3,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,176 miles
    Test number
    106137665966
    • AdvisoryFront Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% BOTH (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH SLIGHT (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH SLIGHT (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass71,757 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,757 miles
    Test number
    702092619765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,740 miles (+4,646)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,740 miles
    Test number
    261451251098
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) nearside rack end (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake only just met the performance spec

  15. Pass67,094 miles (+4,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,094 miles
    Test number
    785554575142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass62,544 miles (+3,753)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,544 miles
    Test number
    565440374156
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front inner cv boots have a missing clip but still secure
    • NoteNearside steering rack end has some play

  17. Pass58,791 miles (+2,745)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,791 miles
    Test number
    405966283140
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyre sidewalls pwerished
    • NoteOffsiode front inner cv joint clip missing

  18. Pass56,046 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,046 miles
    Test number
    155949072460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,349 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,349 miles
    Test number
    809861081050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,905 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,905 miles
    Test number
    261382520069
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail51,905 miles (+4,733)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,905 miles
    Test number
    192602820455
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail47,172 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    561499109091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass47,172 miles (+3,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    730009509072
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass43,856 miles (+3,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,856 miles
    Test number
    741303317353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass40,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,096 miles
    Test number
    700459316315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 CBD

Does V685 CBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V685 CBD is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V685 CBD?
The MOT on V685 CBD is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V685 CBD done?
V685 CBD was recorded at 100,782 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has V685 CBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 CBD has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V685 CBD 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 V685 CBD find?
V685 CBD passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective damaged; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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