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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

X8 COGMOT history

X8 COG is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 3 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 72,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

X8 COG black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,298 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 COG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
3 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 COG was last recorded at 72,298 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 1,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,760 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,538 miles
Average per year
3,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,298 miles
  • 2025 – 70,760 miles
  • 2024 – 69,129 miles
  • 2023 – 68,057 miles
  • 2022 – 66,961 miles
  • 2021 – 65,630 miles
  • 2020 – 64,725 miles
  • 2019 – 60,558 miles
  • 2018 – 54,331 miles
  • 2017 – 44,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,298 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 23 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,298 miles
    Test number
    954168048708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,298 miles (+1,538)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,298 miles
    Test number
    390795835647
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass70,760 miles (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,760 miles
    Test number
    317923182916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,129 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    69,129 miles
    Test number
    853266535131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail69,129 miles (+1,072)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,129 miles
    Test number
    976847812330
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass68,057 miles (+1,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,057 miles
    Test number
    920076433408
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass66,961 miles (+1,331)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,961 miles
    Test number
    234606654602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread benefit of doubt given, and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass65,630 miles (+905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,630 miles
    Test number
    208637093431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass64,725 miles (+4,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,725 miles
    Test number
    457070179413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass60,558 miles (+6,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,558 miles
    Test number
    376764974797
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass54,331 miles (+9,676)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,331 miles
    Test number
    936861688234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,655 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,655 miles
    Test number
    939524412126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread getting low 3mm outer edge
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Questions about X8 COG

Does X8 COG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 COG is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 COG?
The MOT on X8 COG is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 COG done?
X8 COG was recorded at 72,298 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,089 miles a year.
Has X8 COG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 COG has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 COG 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 X8 COG find?
X8 COG passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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