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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

X18 FAXMOT history

X18 FAX is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 20 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 130,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

X18 FAX red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
130,908 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 FAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 FAX was last recorded at 130,908 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,906 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,908 miles
  • 2025 – 128,082 miles
  • 2024 – 123,461 miles
  • 2023 – 114,502 miles
  • 2022 – 101,038 miles
  • 2021 – 85,323 miles
  • 2020 – 65,934 miles
  • 2019 – 56,404 miles
  • 2018 – 43,993 miles
  • 2017 – 36,765 miles
  • 2016 – 29,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,908 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,908 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    130,908 miles
    Test number
    182996915761
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail130,906 miles (+2,824)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,906 miles
    Test number
    107791583010
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass128,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    128,082 miles
    Test number
    818629138413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail128,082 miles (+4,621)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,082 miles
    Test number
    305163615383
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,461 miles (+8,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,461 miles
    Test number
    938619529529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass114,502 miles (+13,464)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,502 miles
    Test number
    482975889336
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated secondary catch (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 3.m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 2.m (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,038 miles
    Test number
    675002809054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail101,034 miles (+15,711)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,034 miles
    Test number
    182677213405
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,323 miles (+19,389)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,323 miles
    Test number
    905002661898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,934 miles (+9,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,934 miles
    Test number
    410223711768
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass56,404 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    223966404378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail56,404 miles (+12,411)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    478732093072
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass43,993 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    43,993 miles
    Test number
    441670022569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  14. Fail43,992 miles (+7,227)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,992 miles
    Test number
    210637988871
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  15. Pass36,765 miles (+7,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    36,765 miles
    Test number
    132206880811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass29,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,421 miles
    Test number
    959140474744
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted

Questions about X18 FAX

Does X18 FAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 FAX is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 FAX?
The MOT on X18 FAX is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 FAX done?
X18 FAX was recorded at 130,908 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 10,048 miles a year.
Has X18 FAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 FAX has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 FAX 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 X18 FAX find?
X18 FAX passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edge.

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