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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

X8 DTSMOT history

X8 DTS is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 112,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

X8 DTS black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
112,489 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 DTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 DTS was last recorded at 112,489 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 3,889 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,600 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,889 miles
Average per year
5,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,489 miles
  • 2025 – 108,600 miles
  • 2024 – 103,983 miles
  • 2023 – 98,663 miles
  • 2022 – 93,281 miles
  • 2021 – 89,728 miles
  • 2020 – 85,889 miles
  • 2019 – 81,196 miles
  • 2018 – 73,886 miles
  • 2017 – 66,755 miles
  • 2016 – 61,042 miles
  • 2015 – 54,172 miles
  • 2014 – 45,101 miles
  • 2013 – 36,588 miles
  • 2012 – 28,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,489 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,489 miles (+3,889)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    112,489 miles
    Test number
    441137228491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,600 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,600 miles
    Test number
    583654789368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  3. Fail108,600 miles (+4,617)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,600 miles
    Test number
    672172817160
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  4. Pass103,983 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    496597653596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,969 miles (+5,306)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,969 miles
    Test number
    997291777770
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

  6. Pass98,663 miles (+5,382)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,663 miles
    Test number
    635728213265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass93,281 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,281 miles
    Test number
    580783566008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,728 miles
    Test number
    962616118187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,728 miles (+3,839)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,728 miles
    Test number
    239104350634
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass85,889 miles (+4,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,889 miles
    Test number
    482651322720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass81,196 miles (+7,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,196 miles
    Test number
    491034595356
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,886 miles (+7,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,886 miles
    Test number
    598867726860
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass66,755 miles (+5,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    292545972063
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers worn

  14. Pass61,042 miles (+6,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,042 miles
    Test number
    323063777840
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register as per section 7.4 page 4 of the mot inspection manual
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre's wearing on inside edges

  15. Pass54,172 miles (+9,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,172 miles
    Test number
    955555349020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEmssions to lean

  16. Pass45,101 miles (+8,513)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    45,101 miles
    Test number
    759929884270
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass36,588 miles (+8,243)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,588 miles
    Test number
    909631963202
    • NoteEmissions too low to register as per section 7.4 page 4 of the mot inspection manual
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass28,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    28,345 miles
    Test number
    237907542229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X8 DTS

Does X8 DTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 DTS is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 DTS?
The MOT on X8 DTS is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 DTS done?
X8 DTS was recorded at 112,489 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,989 miles a year.
Has X8 DTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 DTS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X8 DTS 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 DTS find?
X8 DTS passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush.

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