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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X56 VTUMOT history

X56 VTU is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 88,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

X56 VTU blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
88,912 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 VTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 VTU was last recorded at 88,912 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 2,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,742 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,170 miles
Average per year
2,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,912 miles
  • 2024 – 86,742 miles
  • 2023 – 83,605 miles
  • 2022 – 81,501 miles
  • 2021 – 79,717 miles
  • 2020 – 77,020 miles
  • 2019 – 74,830 miles
  • 2018 – 73,282 miles
  • 2017 – 71,921 miles
  • 2016 – 70,532 miles
  • 2015 – 69,111 miles
  • 2014 – 67,071 miles
  • 2013 – 65,017 miles
  • 2012 – 63,457 miles
  • 2011 – 61,197 miles
  • 2010 – 56,730 miles
  • 2009 – 55,013 miles
  • 2008 – 53,284 miles
  • 2007 – 50,360 miles
  • 2006 – 45,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,912 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryEML on
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,912 miles (+2,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    88,912 miles
    Test number
    783883955242
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,742 miles (+3,137)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    86,742 miles
    Test number
    129677642057
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Foggy, both O/S and N/S (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both O/S and N/S, surface corrosion on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both O/S and N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both O/S and N/S
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn O/S and N/S (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both O/S and N/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both O/S and N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass83,605 miles (+2,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,605 miles
    Test number
    518875226493
    • AdvisoryFront Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face, both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,501 miles
    Test number
    572241116814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail81,501 miles (+1,784)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,501 miles
    Test number
    953020335336
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass79,717 miles (+2,697)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,717 miles
    Test number
    440155723944
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass77,020 miles (+2,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,020 miles
    Test number
    759807199016
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass74,830 miles (+1,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,830 miles
    Test number
    988373974426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass73,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,282 miles
    Test number
    252070409731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,282 miles (+1,361)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,282 miles
    Test number
    378270954250
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass71,921 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,921 miles
    Test number
    416080303591
    • 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)

  12. Fail71,921 miles (+1,389)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,921 miles
    Test number
    414009962205
    • FailureOffside Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • 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)

  13. Pass70,532 miles (+1,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,532 miles
    Test number
    985326543326
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inside

  14. Pass69,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    718033355100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,111 miles (+2,040)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    975582955100
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass67,071 miles (+2,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,071 miles
    Test number
    486224854162
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass65,017 miles (+1,560)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,017 miles
    Test number
    919505653102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure

  18. Pass63,457 miles (+2,260)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,457 miles
    Test number
    979178252165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust catalytic converter heat shield loose/ rattling
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBrake pedal travel has little reserve

  19. Pass61,197 miles (+4,467)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,197 miles
    Test number
    756429351149
    • NoteBoth front bottom wish bone bushes starting to spilt

  20. Pass56,730 miles (+1,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,730 miles
    Test number
    813680860154
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass55,013 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,013 miles
    Test number
    261393259112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail55,007 miles (+1,723)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,007 miles
    Test number
    890742259114
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass53,284 miles (+2,924)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    53,284 miles
    Test number
    691074258154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • NoteN/F tyre worn on edge
    • NoteO/F tyre worn on edge

  24. Pass50,360 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,360 miles
    Test number
    864810757176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,661 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,661 miles
    Test number
    100411556115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear axle bushes knocking over bumps

Questions about X56 VTU

Does X56 VTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X56 VTU is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X56 VTU?
The MOT on X56 VTU is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X56 VTU done?
X56 VTU was recorded at 88,912 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 2,215 miles a year.
Has X56 VTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 VTU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X56 VTU 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 X56 VTU find?
X56 VTU passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear pipes; eml on; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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