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Audi A3

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X231 JLUMOT history

X231 JLU is a green petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2023.

X231 JLU green Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
100,265 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 JLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 JLU was last recorded at 100,265 miles on 20 Feb 2023, 8,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,584 miles · 11 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
8,681 miles
Average per year
4,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 100,265 miles
  • 2022 – 91,584 miles
  • 2021 – 85,684 miles
  • 2019 – 84,635 miles
  • 2018 – 83,006 miles
  • 2017 – 79,734 miles
  • 2016 – 75,620 miles
  • 2015 – 71,040 miles
  • 2014 – 64,094 miles
  • 2013 – 58,080 miles
  • 2012 – 54,057 miles
  • 2011 – 49,872 miles
  • 2010 – 45,896 miles
  • 2009 – 41,848 miles
  • 2008 – 37,461 miles
  • 2007 – 33,102 miles
  • 2006 – 27,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,265 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Steering rack worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,265 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    100,265 miles
    Test number
    443126289980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    185936840404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator outer lens cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail91,584 miles (+5,900)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    701082137252
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator outer lens cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass85,684 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,684 miles
    Test number
    342913909657
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront and rear discs corroding

  5. Fail85,684 miles (+1,049)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,684 miles
    Test number
    709418323904
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront and rear discs corroding

  6. Pass84,635 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,635 miles
    Test number
    432092716204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail84,632 miles (+1,626)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,632 miles
    Test number
    758463164156
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,006 miles
    Test number
    838622457900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,006 miles (+3,272)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,006 miles
    Test number
    564931044136
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass79,734 miles (+4,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,734 miles
    Test number
    186524821216
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront top suspension mounts worn
    • AdvisorySteering rack worn
    • AdvisoryTyres starting to perish

  11. Pass75,620 miles (+4,580)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,620 miles
    Test number
    302441014212
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront top mounts worn
    • AdvisorySteering rack worn

  12. Pass71,040 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,040 miles
    Test number
    640979049691
    • AdvisoryRear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront top suspension mounts worn
    • AdvisorySteering rack worn

  13. Fail71,040 miles (+6,946)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,040 miles
    Test number
    443012158235
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront top suspension mounts worn
    • AdvisorySteering rack worn

  14. Pass64,094 miles (+6,014)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    877079074203
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn
    • NoteSlight play nearside rack

  15. Pass58,080 miles (+54)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,080 miles
    Test number
    326009983468
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth offside tyres perished
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn

  16. Fail58,026 miles (+3,969)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,026 miles
    Test number
    826993083260
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth offside tyres perished
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn

  17. Pass54,057 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,057 miles
    Test number
    145338292225
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront roll bar bushes worn
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake worn
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteSlight play nearside rack

  18. Fail54,057 miles (+4,185)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,057 miles
    Test number
    818198192212
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront roll bar bushes worn
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake worn
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteSlight play nearside rack

  19. Pass49,872 miles (+3,976)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,872 miles
    Test number
    639507181224
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn

  20. Pass45,896 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,896 miles
    Test number
    211102990243
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn

  21. Fail45,896 miles (+4,048)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,896 miles
    Test number
    340132190254
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts worn

  22. Pass41,848 miles (+4,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,848 miles
    Test number
    414249189246
    • NoteFront top mounts worn

  23. Pass37,461 miles (+4,359)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,461 miles
    Test number
    292788798257
    • NoteSlight wear in both front suspension top mounts

  24. Pass33,102 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,102 miles
    Test number
    853013807346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,079 miles (+5,515)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,079 miles
    Test number
    601062807394
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass27,564 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,564 miles
    Test number
    462987096270
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads worn close to limit

Questions about X231 JLU

Does X231 JLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 JLU expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 JLU?
The MOT on X231 JLU expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 JLU done?
X231 JLU was recorded at 100,265 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2023, an average of 4,453 miles a year.
Has X231 JLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 JLU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X231 JLU 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 X231 JLU find?
X231 JLU passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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