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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

Y15 NCSMOT history

Y15 NCS is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 25 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 161,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

Y15 NCS black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
161,544 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 NCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
25 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 NCS was last recorded at 161,544 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 5,527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,017 miles · 15 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
5,527 miles
Average per year
7,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,544 miles
  • 2024 – 156,017 miles
  • 2023 – 145,509 miles
  • 2022 – 144,138 miles
  • 2021 – 144,133 miles
  • 2020 – 141,328 miles
  • 2019 – 134,075 miles
  • 2018 – 121,771 miles
  • 2017 – 111,012 miles
  • 2016 – 105,847 miles
  • 2015 – 104,121 miles
  • 2014 – 95,503 miles
  • 2013 – 71,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,544 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,544 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    161,544 miles
    Test number
    879024984580
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail161,544 miles (+5,527)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,544 miles
    Test number
    594818443615
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,017 miles (+10,508)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    156,017 miles
    Test number
    925441297803
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,509 miles (+1,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    145,509 miles
    Test number
    287115991678
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,138 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    144,138 miles
    Test number
    469470697978
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail144,138 miles (+5)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,138 miles
    Test number
    567911084902
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail144,133 miles (+2,805)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,133 miles
    Test number
    322704747046
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass141,328 miles (+7,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    141,328 miles
    Test number
    267860651238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass134,075 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,075 miles
    Test number
    827753507329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail134,041 miles (+12,270)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,041 miles
    Test number
    616673047806
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass121,771 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    121,771 miles
    Test number
    576787602712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,747 miles (+10,735)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,747 miles
    Test number
    419929535962
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass111,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,012 miles
    Test number
    771331067331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,012 miles (+5,165)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,012 miles
    Test number
    487527128345
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass105,847 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    105,847 miles
    Test number
    549177679308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,121 miles (+8,618)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,121 miles
    Test number
    921397004223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    376622174107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail95,503 miles (+24,124)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    656291074165
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass71,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    71,379 miles
    Test number
    786721873115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y15 NCS

Does Y15 NCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 NCS is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 NCS?
The MOT on Y15 NCS is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 NCS done?
Y15 NCS was recorded at 161,544 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 7,121 miles a year.
Has Y15 NCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 NCS has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y15 NCS 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 Y15 NCS find?
Y15 NCS passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both side; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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