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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

X8 TAXMOT history

X8 TAX is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 15 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 191,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

X8 TAX grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
191,211 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
16,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 TAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
15 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 TAX was last recorded at 191,211 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,209 miles · 23 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
16,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,211 miles
  • 2025 – 177,294 miles
  • 2024 – 162,348 miles
  • 2023 – 141,379 miles
  • 2022 – 129,166 miles
  • 2021 – 116,580 miles
  • 2020 – 103,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,211 miles

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 16 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,211 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    191,211 miles
    Test number
    287777756051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail191,209 miles (+13,915)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,209 miles
    Test number
    963219306865
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  3. Pass177,294 miles (+14,946)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    177,294 miles
    Test number
    522603803072
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass162,348 miles (+20,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    162,348 miles
    Test number
    673241282324
    • AdvisoryOil leak in engine bay

  5. Pass141,379 miles (+12,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    141,379 miles
    Test number
    818205708476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,166 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,166 miles
    Test number
    275033760278
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail129,114 miles (+12,534)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,114 miles
    Test number
    896025701347
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass116,580 miles (+13,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,580 miles
    Test number
    224399086102
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen - doesn't interfere with view of road

  9. Pass103,184 miles (+25,128)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,184 miles
    Test number
    405291179190
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,056 miles
    Test number
    542504792026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

Questions about X8 TAX

Does X8 TAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 TAX is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 TAX?
The MOT on X8 TAX is valid until 25 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 TAX done?
X8 TAX was recorded at 191,211 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 16,699 miles a year.
Has X8 TAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 TAX has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 TAX 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 TAX find?
X8 TAX passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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