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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X68 HCFMOT history

X68 HCF is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 68,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2024.

X68 HCF silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2025
Mileage
68,199 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 HCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X68 HCF was last recorded at 68,199 miles on 30 Nov 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2018: 42,320 miles, lower than 89,330 miles on 20 Sept 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
68,197 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 68,199 miles
  • 2023 – 60,090 miles
  • 2022 – 50,150 miles
  • 2021 – 46,113 miles
  • 2020 – 44,611 miles
  • 2019 – 43,407 miles
  • 2018 – 42,320 miles
  • 2017 – 89,330 miles
  • 2016 – 82,151 miles
  • 2015 – 79,055 miles
  • 2014 – 71,761 miles
  • 2013 – 65,791 miles
  • 2012 – 61,126 miles
  • 2011 – 55,762 miles
  • 2010 – 48,921 miles
  • 2009 – 38,902 miles
  • 2008 – 28,379 miles
  • 2007 – 22,397 miles
  • 2006 – 18,427 miles
  • 2005 – 16,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,199 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,199 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,199 miles
    Test number
    468337304725
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail68,197 miles (+8,107)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,197 miles
    Test number
    549028461234
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass60,090 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    60,090 miles
    Test number
    661259879915
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail60,090 miles (+9,940)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,090 miles
    Test number
    610359611903
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass50,150 miles (+3)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,150 miles
    Test number
    976371818512
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated loose on smaller side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Fail50,147 miles (+4,034)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,147 miles
    Test number
    357965751684
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) play both inner rack ends (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated loose on smaller side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Pass46,113 miles (+1,502)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    46,113 miles
    Test number
    629443822299
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass44,611 miles (+1,204)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    44,611 miles
    Test number
    675030704062
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass43,407 miles (+1,087)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,407 miles
    Test number
    896728240879
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass42,320 miles (-47,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    42,320 miles
    Test number
    131020464557
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass89,330 miles (+7,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    89,330 miles
    Test number
    749286169507
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass82,151 miles (+3,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,151 miles
    Test number
    153109962901
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass79,055 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,055 miles
    Test number
    187630960635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f and n/s/f inner rack joints

  14. Fail79,055 miles (+7,294)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,055 miles
    Test number
    501129611914
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f and n/s/f inner rack joints

  15. Pass71,761 miles (+5,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,761 miles
    Test number
    107927344256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass65,791 miles (+4,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,791 miles
    Test number
    887817143254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass61,126 miles (+5,364)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,126 miles
    Test number
    559390922273
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNo seat belt check on rear belts [toys on rear seats]
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  18. Pass55,762 miles (+6,841)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    739470031242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,921 miles (+10,019)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    713834340269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,902 miles (+10,523)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,902 miles
    Test number
    723287849233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,379 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,379 miles
    Test number
    790059038269
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perished

  22. Fail28,379 miles (+5,982)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,379 miles
    Test number
    714639238227
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perished

  23. Pass22,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,397 miles
    Test number
    261952527292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,397 miles (+3,970)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,397 miles
    Test number
    394062727224
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass18,427 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,427 miles
    Test number
    671904336285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    16,493 miles
    Test number
    363208945295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail16,493 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,493 miles
    Test number
    881018045203
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about X68 HCF

Does X68 HCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X68 HCF expired on 10 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X68 HCF?
The MOT on X68 HCF expired on 10 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X68 HCF done?
X68 HCF was recorded at 68,199 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2024, an average of 2,688 miles a year.
Has X68 HCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 HCF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X68 HCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X68 HCF find?
X68 HCF passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: power steering pump has slight seepage.

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