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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

X17 HLHMOT history

X17 HLH is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 2 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

X17 HLH black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2026
Mileage
115,929 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 HLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 HLH was last recorded at 115,929 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 15,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,705 miles · 8 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
15,224 miles
Average per year
4,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,929 miles
  • 2024 – 100,705 miles
  • 2022 – 97,232 miles
  • 2020 – 81,203 miles
  • 2019 – 66,712 miles
  • 2018 – 54,313 miles
  • 2017 – 48,706 miles
  • 2016 – 46,922 miles
  • 2015 – 45,793 miles
  • 2014 – 44,579 miles
  • 2013 – 42,048 miles
  • 2011 – 38,190 miles
  • 2010 – 35,513 miles
  • 2009 – 33,329 miles
  • 2008 – 30,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,929 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,929 miles (+15,224)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,929 miles
    Test number
    342543555091
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass100,705 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,705 miles
    Test number
    630889477602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail100,693 miles (+3,461)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,693 miles
    Test number
    457321566904
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective O ring split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps NSR lamp missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,232 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    355961518317
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail97,232 miles (+16,029)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    723799859117
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass81,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,203 miles
    Test number
    451496155789
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail81,203 miles (+14,491)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,203 miles
    Test number
    314299222703
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass66,712 miles (+12,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,712 miles
    Test number
    201779971388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass54,313 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,313 miles
    Test number
    442925710620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,310 miles (+2,671)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,310 miles
    Test number
    597964228284
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  11. Pass51,639 miles (+2,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,639 miles
    Test number
    586693265118
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass48,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,706 miles
    Test number
    906428501344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush front bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail48,706 miles (+1,784)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,706 miles
    Test number
    245122754448
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush front bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass46,922 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,922 miles
    Test number
    431624395379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,921 miles (+1,128)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,921 miles
    Test number
    846773685604
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  16. Pass45,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,793 miles
    Test number
    267061155034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,793 miles (+1,214)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,793 miles
    Test number
    768219045079
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass44,579 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    987514294014
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail44,579 miles (+2,531)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    495474694051
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass42,048 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,048 miles
    Test number
    779397003191
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail42,038 miles (+3,848)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,038 miles
    Test number
    968657603189
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass38,190 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    627693441134
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail38,177 miles (+2,664)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,177 miles
    Test number
    535530391031
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass35,513 miles (+2,184)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,513 miles
    Test number
    242171270044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  25. Pass33,329 miles (+2,613)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,329 miles
    Test number
    754112579076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,716 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,716 miles
    Test number
    241386058072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,482 miles
    Test number
    434801028060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X17 HLH

Does X17 HLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X17 HLH expired on 7 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X17 HLH?
The MOT on X17 HLH expired on 7 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X17 HLH done?
X17 HLH was recorded at 115,929 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 4,876 miles a year.
Has X17 HLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 HLH has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X17 HLH 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 X17 HLH find?
X17 HLH passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with 3 minor defects: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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