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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

X16 AKXMOT history

X16 AKX is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

X16 AKX black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,073 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 AKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 AKX was last recorded at 115,073 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 6,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,317 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,756 miles
Average per year
7,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,073 miles
  • 2025 – 108,317 miles
  • 2024 – 101,528 miles
  • 2023 – 93,836 miles
  • 2022 – 86,663 miles
  • 2021 – 77,705 miles
  • 2020 – 70,762 miles
  • 2019 – 61,844 miles
  • 2018 – 52,647 miles
  • 2017 – 44,718 miles
  • 2016 – 35,805 miles
  • 2015 – 26,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,073 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre; worn smooth to far inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SMALL PERISHING.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SMALL PERISHING.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,073 miles (+6,756)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,073 miles
    Test number
    656722691211
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,317 miles (+6,789)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,317 miles
    Test number
    375516200546
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,528 miles (+7,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,528 miles
    Test number
    763817164287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,836 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    93,836 miles
    Test number
    691662237268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre; worn smooth to far inner edge

  5. Fail93,833 miles (+7,170)3 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,833 miles
    Test number
    641424216039
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre; worn smooth to far inner edge

  6. Pass86,663 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,663 miles
    Test number
    373284791736
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SMALL PERISHING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SMALL PERISHING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail86,663 miles (+8,958)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,663 miles
    Test number
    556297868259
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SMALL PERISHING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SMALL PERISHING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,705 miles (+6,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,705 miles
    Test number
    103852827925
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass70,762 miles (+8,918)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,762 miles
    Test number
    553512072152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,844 miles (+9,197)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,844 miles
    Test number
    749060154257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,647 miles (+7,929)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,647 miles
    Test number
    211185954327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,718 miles (+8,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,718 miles
    Test number
    683740872922
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear pads nearing limmit (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass35,805 miles (+9,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,805 miles
    Test number
    439502717844
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass26,699 miles (+815)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    26,699 miles
    Test number
    917919975036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,884 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    25,884 miles
    Test number
    899582505061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about X16 AKX

Does X16 AKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 AKX is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 AKX?
The MOT on X16 AKX is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 AKX done?
X16 AKX was recorded at 115,073 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 7,959 miles a year.
Has X16 AKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 AKX has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X16 AKX 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 X16 AKX find?
X16 AKX passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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