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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X785 LDUMOT history

X785 LDU is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 116,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

X785 LDU red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,491 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,914 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 LDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 LDU was last recorded at 116,491 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,491 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,914 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,491 miles
  • 2023 – 115,259 miles
  • 2022 – 114,268 miles
  • 2021 – 113,195 miles
  • 2020 – 112,539 miles
  • 2019 – 111,850 miles
  • 2018 – 110,928 miles
  • 2017 – 110,653 miles
  • 2016 – 108,558 miles
  • 2015 – 106,488 miles
  • 2014 – 103,965 miles
  • 2013 – 98,600 miles
  • 2012 – 92,487 miles
  • 2011 – 86,930 miles
  • 2010 – 80,342 miles
  • 2009 – 74,729 miles
  • 2008 – 70,109 miles
  • 2007 – 65,376 miles
  • 2006 – 58,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,491 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • No reverse lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,491 miles
    Test number
    859976525408
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail116,491 miles (+1,232)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,491 miles
    Test number
    925826496528
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass115,259 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    967857507170
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail115,258 miles (+990)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,258 miles
    Test number
    892590379183
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass114,268 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,268 miles
    Test number
    253997119293
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail114,268 miles (+1,073)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,268 miles
    Test number
    551513977557
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass113,195 miles (+656)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,195 miles
    Test number
    754813325721
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust secured with welding wire

  8. Pass112,539 miles (+689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,539 miles
    Test number
    757775153966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass111,850 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,850 miles
    Test number
    971564441667
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  10. Fail111,845 miles (+917)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,845 miles
    Test number
    353581565564
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  11. Pass110,928 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    110,928 miles
    Test number
    524527956519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail110,927 miles (+274)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,927 miles
    Test number
    951518440300
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass110,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    110,653 miles
    Test number
    301690415522
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition

  14. Fail110,653 miles (+2,095)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,653 miles
    Test number
    483298736578
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition

  15. Pass108,558 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,558 miles
    Test number
    683589150294
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail108,554 miles (+2,066)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,554 miles
    Test number
    656540223366
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass106,488 miles (+2,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,488 miles
    Test number
    643736963575
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel rim slightly distorted
    • AdvisorySlight blow front exhaust

  18. Pass103,965 miles (+5,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,965 miles
    Test number
    168257094123
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass98,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    286271643120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,600 miles (+6,113)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    708581643185
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  21. Pass92,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,487 miles
    Test number
    539202642157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail92,487 miles (+5,557)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,487 miles
    Test number
    947622542108
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass86,930 miles (+6,588)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,930 miles
    Test number
    619099321121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,342 miles (+5,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,342 miles
    Test number
    852524640112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass74,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    234081749141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,724 miles (+4,615)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,724 miles
    Test number
    691571349106
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroding on inner

  27. Pass70,109 miles (+4,733)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    70,109 miles
    Test number
    103022348106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass65,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,376 miles
    Test number
    122404747144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail65,376 miles (+6,808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,376 miles
    Test number
    832444347108
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  30. Pass58,568 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    791956936177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail58,568 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    493456136193
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about X785 LDU

Does X785 LDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X785 LDU is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X785 LDU?
The MOT on X785 LDU is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X785 LDU done?
X785 LDU was recorded at 116,491 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 2,914 miles a year.
Has X785 LDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 LDU has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X785 LDU 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 X785 LDU find?
X785 LDU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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