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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V79 DGFMOT history

V79 DGF is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 21 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 77,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,545 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 DGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 DGF was last recorded at 77,545 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,117 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,428 miles
Average per year
2,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,545 miles
  • 2025 – 75,117 miles
  • 2024 – 72,495 miles
  • 2023 – 69,457 miles
  • 2022 – 65,831 miles
  • 2021 – 62,214 miles
  • 2020 – 58,846 miles
  • 2019 – 58,152 miles
  • 2018 – 56,534 miles
  • 2017 – 55,100 miles
  • 2016 – 53,826 miles
  • 2015 – 52,987 miles
  • 2014 – 51,290 miles
  • 2013 – 48,936 miles
  • 2012 – 47,326 miles
  • 2011 – 45,208 miles
  • 2010 – 42,463 miles
  • 2009 – 39,835 miles
  • 2008 – 36,551 miles
  • 2007 – 34,226 miles
  • 2006 – 30,661 miles
  • 2005 – 26,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,545 miles
    Test number
    866985498245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail77,545 miles (+2,428)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,545 miles
    Test number
    178779079669
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass75,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    75,117 miles
    Test number
    307952374972
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail75,117 miles (+2,622)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,117 miles
    Test number
    356090448823
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass72,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,495 miles
    Test number
    139353449081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,495 miles (+3,038)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,495 miles
    Test number
    918623672211
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass69,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    692682477216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,457 miles (+3,626)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    559080754571
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass65,831 miles (+3,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,831 miles
    Test number
    708531100113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass62,214 miles (+3,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    62,214 miles
    Test number
    780275278110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass58,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,846 miles
    Test number
    624517790023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,846 miles (+694)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,846 miles
    Test number
    344478485393
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  13. Pass58,152 miles (+1,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    58,152 miles
    Test number
    160964636836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass56,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,534 miles
    Test number
    816581715750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,534 miles (+1,434)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,534 miles
    Test number
    469532596676
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  16. Pass55,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,100 miles
    Test number
    746671408878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,100 miles (+1,274)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,100 miles
    Test number
    582669048101
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  18. Pass53,826 miles (+839)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,826 miles
    Test number
    763988621710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,987 miles (+1,697)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,987 miles
    Test number
    535892785141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,290 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,290 miles
    Test number
    579765784198
    • NoteServicf light on

  21. Fail51,290 miles (+2,354)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,290 miles
    Test number
    225155084123
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteServicf light on

  22. Pass48,936 miles (+1,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,936 miles
    Test number
    657830893144
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass47,326 miles (+2,118)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,326 miles
    Test number
    706512582187
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Fail45,208 miles4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,208 miles
    Test number
    147350691167
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass45,208 miles (+2,745)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,208 miles
    Test number
    379250591100
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass42,463 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    674601890126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,835 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    432359099181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,551 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,551 miles
    Test number
    304091608456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,226 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,226 miles
    Test number
    880440237291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,661 miles (+4,420)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,661 miles
    Test number
    610741536227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass26,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    26,241 miles
    Test number
    540942135296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V79 DGF

Does V79 DGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V79 DGF is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V79 DGF?
The MOT on V79 DGF is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V79 DGF done?
V79 DGF was recorded at 77,545 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 2,459 miles a year.
Has V79 DGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 DGF has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V79 DGF 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 V79 DGF find?
V79 DGF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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