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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

VE06 UDOMOT history

VE06 UDO is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 26 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 219,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

VE06 UDO red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
219,594 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VE06 UDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VE06 UDO was last recorded at 219,594 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 13,407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,187 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13,407 miles
Average per year
9,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 219,594 miles
  • 2024 – 206,187 miles
  • 2023 – 200,715 miles
  • 2022 – 195,239 miles
  • 2020 – 188,495 miles
  • 2019 – 178,208 miles
  • 2018 – 167,356 miles
  • 2017 – 149,622 miles
  • 2016 – 124,663 miles
  • 2015 – 118,335 miles
  • 2014 – 111,104 miles
  • 2013 – 102,619 miles
  • 2012 – 92,460 miles
  • 2011 – 83,144 miles
  • 2010 – 69,611 miles
  • 2009 – 58,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,594 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both front brake reaction bushes are starting to split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front nearside outer cv boot is starting to crack and perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear nearside brake disc backing plate is insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,594 miles (+13,407)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    219,594 miles
    Test number
    432973909905
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass206,187 miles (+5,472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    206,187 miles
    Test number
    527310311043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass200,715 miles (+5,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    200,715 miles
    Test number
    747771664625
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass195,239 miles (+6,744)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    195,239 miles
    Test number
    811962075139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass188,495 miles (+10,287)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    188,495 miles
    Test number
    323306497618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass178,208 miles (+10,852)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,208 miles
    Test number
    132398102939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass167,356 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    167,356 miles
    Test number
    382692144364
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake reaction bushes are starting to split
    • AdvisoryFront nearside outer cv boot is starting to crack and perish
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside brake disc backing plate is insecure

  8. Fail167,354 miles (+17,732)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,354 miles
    Test number
    391150533510
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake reaction bushes are starting to split
    • AdvisoryFront nearside outer cv boot is starting to crack and perish
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside brake disc backing plate is insecure

  9. Pass149,622 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    149,622 miles
    Test number
    158964003471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail149,622 miles (+24,959)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,622 miles
    Test number
    978960710106
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass124,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    124,663 miles
    Test number
    701337342381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,663 miles (+6,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,663 miles
    Test number
    798462643799
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  13. Fail118,335 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,335 miles
    Test number
    166368715131
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass118,335 miles (+7,231)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,335 miles
    Test number
    429088515134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,104 miles (+8,485)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    111,104 miles
    Test number
    789256654040
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front inner wing guards slightly insecure
    • NoteOffside front outer sill slight damage

  16. Pass102,619 miles (+10,159)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,619 miles
    Test number
    437417153094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePropshaft rear balance weight slight rubber seperation

  17. Pass92,460 miles (+9,316)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,460 miles
    Test number
    748839152094
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass83,144 miles (+13,533)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,144 miles
    Test number
    545351361096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,611 miles
    Test number
    592491160092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,611 miles (+11,334)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,611 miles
    Test number
    964671760077
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass58,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,277 miles
    Test number
    782555299136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VE06 UDO

Does VE06 UDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VE06 UDO is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on VE06 UDO?
The MOT on VE06 UDO is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VE06 UDO done?
VE06 UDO was recorded at 219,594 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 9,866 miles a year.
Has VE06 UDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VE06 UDO has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on VE06 UDO 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 VE06 UDO find?
VE06 UDO passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 3 more.

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