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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

X52 UPKMOT history

X52 UPK is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 15 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

X52 UPK silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
127,672 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X52 UPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X52 UPK was last recorded at 127,672 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,900 miles · 2 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
772 miles
Average per year
3,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,672 miles
  • 2024 – 126,900 miles
  • 2023 – 121,972 miles
  • 2022 – 121,415 miles
  • 2021 – 120,771 miles
  • 2020 – 111,303 miles
  • 2018 – 84,020 miles
  • 2015 – 83,388 miles
  • 2014 – 82,254 miles
  • 2013 – 80,010 miles
  • 2012 – 77,160 miles
  • 2011 – 74,567 miles
  • 2010 – 71,792 miles
  • 2009 – 69,096 miles
  • 2008 – 66,078 miles
  • 2007 – 59,125 miles
  • 2006 – 54,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,672 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both sills/undersills slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,672 miles (+772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    127,672 miles
    Test number
    702490244686
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,900 miles
    Test number
    865672777018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,900 miles (+4,928)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,900 miles
    Test number
    956391051922
    • Repaired at testNearside All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  4. Pass121,972 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,972 miles
    Test number
    969834935961
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills/undersills slightly corroded

  5. Fail121,964 miles (+549)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,964 miles
    Test number
    535999262608
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills/undersills slightly corroded

  6. Pass121,415 miles (+644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,415 miles
    Test number
    194035894485
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar wrap around bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryBoth front sill/undersills slightly damaged/corroded

  7. Pass120,771 miles (+9,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,771 miles
    Test number
    798644716826
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll D bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • AdvisorySmall crack in windscreen not effecting drivers veiw

  8. Pass111,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,303 miles
    Test number
    204460933032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail111,303 miles (+27,283)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,303 miles
    Test number
    464833769943
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass84,020 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,020 miles
    Test number
    539333836852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,388 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,388 miles
    Test number
    728080525090
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail83,382 miles (+1,128)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,382 miles
    Test number
    726629315049
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass82,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    295710424006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,254 miles (+2,244)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    538857614012
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass80,010 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,010 miles
    Test number
    349758923064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,160 miles
    Test number
    776034122033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,160 miles (+2,593)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,160 miles
    Test number
    235524422083
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass74,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,567 miles
    Test number
    946667421058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,567 miles (+2,775)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,567 miles
    Test number
    278167121096
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  20. Pass71,792 miles (+2,696)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,792 miles
    Test number
    141893710406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on inside edges

  21. Pass69,096 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    422949309084
    • 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)

  22. Fail69,040 miles (+2,962)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,040 miles
    Test number
    140055909027
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  23. Pass66,078 miles (+6,953)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,078 miles
    Test number
    323882018016
    • NoteFont bumper damaged

  24. Pass59,125 miles (+4,873)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,125 miles
    Test number
    792692817021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    970710916095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X52 UPK

Does X52 UPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X52 UPK is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X52 UPK?
The MOT on X52 UPK is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X52 UPK done?
X52 UPK was recorded at 127,672 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 3,647 miles a year.
Has X52 UPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 UPK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X52 UPK 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 X52 UPK find?
X52 UPK passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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