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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2020 · 1,498 cc

X16 BDSMOT history

X16 BDS is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 9 Mar 2020. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 4 of 5 MOT tests, with 49,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

X16 BDS grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
49,740 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
5
4 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 BDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
9 Mar 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 BDS was last recorded at 49,740 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 3,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,992 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,748 miles
Average per year
7,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,740 miles
  • 2025 – 45,992 miles
  • 2024 – 38,872 miles
  • 2023 – 28,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,740 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

5 tests since 8 Mar 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,740 miles (+3,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    49,740 miles
    Test number
    121859358031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass45,992 miles (+7,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    45,992 miles
    Test number
    270949496376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass38,872 miles (+10,412)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    38,872 miles
    Test number
    769608537357
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bluing. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass28,460 miles (+300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    28,460 miles
    Test number
    907079728094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail28,160 miles1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,160 miles
    Test number
    329821050846
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about X16 BDS

Does X16 BDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 BDS is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 BDS?
The MOT on X16 BDS is valid until 16 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 BDS done?
X16 BDS was recorded at 49,740 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 7,218 miles a year.
Has X16 BDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 BDS has failed 1 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X16 BDS 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 BDS find?
X16 BDS passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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