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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

X23 LOWMOT history

X23 LOW is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 28 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 152,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

X23 LOW blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
152,775 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 LOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 LOW was last recorded at 152,775 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,766 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
8,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,775 miles
  • 2025 – 149,888 miles
  • 2024 – 147,266 miles
  • 2023 – 140,270 miles
  • 2022 – 128,359 miles
  • 2021 – 118,022 miles
  • 2020 – 110,290 miles
  • 2019 – 103,160 miles
  • 2018 – 91,417 miles
  • 2017 – 83,417 miles
  • 2016 – 75,354 miles
  • 2015 – 65,506 miles
  • 2014 – 49,076 miles
  • 2013 – 39,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,775 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,775 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    152,775 miles
    Test number
    466199886241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail152,766 miles (+2,878)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,766 miles
    Test number
    291791526806
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,888 miles (+2,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    149,888 miles
    Test number
    287705314289
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass147,266 miles (+6,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,266 miles
    Test number
    831875552091
    • AdvisoryHand brake only just passed on 16%

  5. Pass140,270 miles (+11,911)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,270 miles
    Test number
    284892416477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills starting to corrode

  6. Pass128,359 miles (+10,337)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,359 miles
    Test number
    466506544325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass118,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    118,022 miles
    Test number
    818964042107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,022 miles (+7,732)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,022 miles
    Test number
    527228513302
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass110,290 miles (+7,130)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,290 miles
    Test number
    552664555665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass103,160 miles (+11,743)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    103,160 miles
    Test number
    964935627441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,417 miles (+8,000)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,417 miles
    Test number
    692798657757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,417 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,417 miles
    Test number
    616993345624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail83,417 miles (+8,063)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,417 miles
    Test number
    112655039776
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass75,354 miles (+9,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,354 miles
    Test number
    486420721853
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass65,506 miles (+16,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,506 miles
    Test number
    582979121950
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass49,076 miles (+9,552)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,076 miles
    Test number
    679969054247
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,524 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,524 miles
    Test number
    856446553239
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres are getting low on tread, 2-3mm

Questions about X23 LOW

Does X23 LOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 LOW is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 LOW?
The MOT on X23 LOW is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 LOW done?
X23 LOW was recorded at 152,775 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 8,807 miles a year.
Has X23 LOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 LOW has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 LOW 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 X23 LOW find?
X23 LOW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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