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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X785 NUDMOT history

X785 NUD is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 160,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

X785 NUD black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
160,799 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 NUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 NUD was last recorded at 160,799 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2007: 43,448 miles, lower than 97,729 miles on 12 Dec 2005.

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
160,791 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,799 miles
  • 2023 – 153,699 miles
  • 2022 – 148,512 miles
  • 2018 – 143,982 miles
  • 2015 – 137,849 miles
  • 2014 – 129,444 miles
  • 2013 – 121,583 miles
  • 2012 – 114,196 miles
  • 2011 – 107,460 miles
  • 2010 – 99,628 miles
  • 2009 – 87,007 miles
  • 2008 – 67,819 miles
  • 2007 – 43,448 miles
  • 2005 – 97,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,799 miles
  • MinorRear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear FUEL FILTER SLIGHTLY LOOSE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE /GEARBOX AREA

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,799 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    160,799 miles
    Test number
    448016846034
    • MinorRear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail160,791 miles1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,791 miles
    Test number
    359853818628
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail160,784 miles (+16)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,784 miles
    Test number
    100650387495
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit A COPY OF TEST RESULTS PROVIDED ON NEXT PAGE SHOWING MAX /MIN TOLERANCE (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FUEL FILTER SLIGHTLY LOOSE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE /GEARBOX AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail160,768 miles (+7,069)1 dangerous12 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,768 miles
    Test number
    359290978633
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick O/S/R ON METAL /UNEVEN WEAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit A COPY OF TEST RESULTS PROVIDED ON NEXT PAGE SHOWING MAX/MIN TOLERANCE LEVELS (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective SEAT BELT NOT RETRACTING INWARDS (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-BUSH WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking PUMP AREA (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS HAVE EXCESSIVE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWheel bearing rough when rotated BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH HAS PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FUEL FILTER SLIGHTLY LOOSE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE /GEARBOX AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass153,699 miles (+5,187)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,699 miles
    Test number
    429658271406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,512 miles (+4,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    148,512 miles
    Test number
    754408625399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass143,982 miles (+6,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    143,982 miles
    Test number
    747995296839
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    137,849 miles
    Test number
    769389860668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  9. Fail137,849 miles (+8,405)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,849 miles
    Test number
    566611300835
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass129,444 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    129,444 miles
    Test number
    357701624267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail129,444 miles (+7,861)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,444 miles
    Test number
    768841824220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass121,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,583 miles
    Test number
    675656963186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,583 miles (+7,387)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,583 miles
    Test number
    106926663108
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass114,196 miles (+6,736)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    114,196 miles
    Test number
    248721162146
    • NoteEml light on

  15. Pass107,460 miles (+7,832)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    107,460 miles
    Test number
    878138141151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,628 miles (+12,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,628 miles
    Test number
    282846350165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass87,007 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,007 miles
    Test number
    743043159110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,770 miles (+18,951)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    372188849123
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust centre mounting bracked detached from exhaust pipe (still supporting exhaust).
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S/F inner driveshaft gaiter insecure and leaking grease.

  19. Pass67,819 miles (+24,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,819 miles
    Test number
    201786838450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass43,448 miles (-54,281)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,448 miles
    Test number
    362847837121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    663256845302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X785 NUD

Does X785 NUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X785 NUD is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X785 NUD?
The MOT on X785 NUD is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X785 NUD done?
X785 NUD was recorded at 160,799 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,100 miles a year.
Has X785 NUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 NUD has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X785 NUD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X785 NUD find?
X785 NUD passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear coil spring worn; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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