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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 3,189 cc

V6 RVAMOT history

V6 RVA is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 28 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 127,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

V6 RVA silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2022
Mileage
127,144 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 RVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 RVA was last recorded at 127,144 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Feb 2016: 80,503 miles, lower than 83,687 miles on 17 Jan 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,809 miles · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
335 miles
Average per year
5,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 127,144 miles
  • 2020 – 115,319 miles
  • 2019 – 113,256 miles
  • 2018 – 109,996 miles
  • 2017 – 105,323 miles
  • 2016 – 80,503 miles
  • 2015 – 83,687 miles
  • 2014 – 79,457 miles
  • 2013 – 75,804 miles
  • 2012 – 71,665 miles
  • 2011 – 67,844 miles
  • 2010 – 61,081 miles
  • 2009 – 55,083 miles
  • 2008 – 46,862 miles
  • 2007 – 38,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,144 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryH/brake minimum effortRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,144 miles (+335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,144 miles
    Test number
    229501447462
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryH/brake minimum effort

  2. Fail126,809 miles (+11,490)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,809 miles
    Test number
    999102700991
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225x40x18 92w (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryH/brake minimum effort

  3. Pass115,319 miles (+2,063)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,319 miles
    Test number
    778088969392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 225/45R17 94V (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass113,256 miles (+3,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,256 miles
    Test number
    479340991077
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,996 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    109,996 miles
    Test number
    424195208867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,962 miles (+4,639)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,962 miles
    Test number
    725658299517
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall split-Tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative levelling device broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Seepage from CV gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass105,323 miles (+24,820)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,323 miles
    Test number
    607718500574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,503 miles (-3,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,503 miles
    Test number
    535153699491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass83,687 miles (+4,230)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    727847215096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass79,457 miles (+3,653)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    79,457 miles
    Test number
    648878414002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,804 miles (+4,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    117479313468
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass71,665 miles (+3,821)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    567156122045
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteRear discs lipped

  13. Pass67,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,844 miles
    Test number
    475944181018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,844 miles (+6,763)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,844 miles
    Test number
    726644881026
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass61,081 miles (+5,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,081 miles
    Test number
    863575020046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,083 miles (+8,221)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    55,083 miles
    Test number
    920747429042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,862 miles (+8,020)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,862 miles
    Test number
    623409008080
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall & wheel rim.

  18. Pass38,842 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    38,842 miles
    Test number
    110665417090
    • NoteOffside door mirror lens damaged,but not seriously affecting rear view.

Questions about V6 RVA

Does V6 RVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 RVA expired on 8 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 RVA?
The MOT on V6 RVA expired on 8 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 RVA done?
V6 RVA was recorded at 127,144 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 5,927 miles a year.
Has V6 RVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 RVA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V6 RVA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V6 RVA find?
V6 RVA passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged; rear direction indicator slightly discoloured both, and 1 more.

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