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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

Y17 NEMMOT history

Y17 NEM is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

Y17 NEM silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
139,985 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y17 NEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y17 NEM was last recorded at 139,985 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 11,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,748 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,237 miles
Average per year
9,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,985 miles
  • 2025 – 128,748 miles
  • 2024 – 121,165 miles
  • 2023 – 102,538 miles
  • 2022 – 86,489 miles
  • 2021 – 76,859 miles
  • 2020 – 70,184 miles
  • 2019 – 66,759 miles
  • 2018 – 58,597 miles
  • 2017 – 53,604 miles
  • 2016 – 41,792 miles
  • 2015 – 29,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,985 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,985 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    139,985 miles
    Test number
    824166748903
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail139,985 miles (+11,237)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,985 miles
    Test number
    637993252035
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,748 miles (+7,583)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    128,748 miles
    Test number
    828850393352
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear noise from suspension
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  4. Pass121,165 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    121,165 miles
    Test number
    733786363624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail121,165 miles (+18,627)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,165 miles
    Test number
    551597030139
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass102,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,538 miles
    Test number
    771109972052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail102,537 miles (+16,048)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,537 miles
    Test number
    242227798469
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass86,489 miles (+9,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,489 miles
    Test number
    115187165764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  9. Pass76,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,859 miles
    Test number
    626096402247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,859 miles (+195)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,859 miles
    Test number
    254479638211
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass76,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    816578953347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail76,664 miles (+6,480)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    312893090511
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass70,184 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,184 miles
    Test number
    754228297516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,759 miles
    Test number
    348575303068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,759 miles (+8,162)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,759 miles
    Test number
    195819045325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass58,597 miles (+4,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,597 miles
    Test number
    671895615048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass53,604 miles (+2,253)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,604 miles
    Test number
    552130238524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass51,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,351 miles
    Test number
    269614184999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,347 miles (+9,555)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,347 miles
    Test number
    952693197010
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass41,792 miles (+12,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,792 miles
    Test number
    760890232944
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    29,214 miles
    Test number
    296555925161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y17 NEM

Does Y17 NEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y17 NEM is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y17 NEM?
The MOT on Y17 NEM is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y17 NEM done?
Y17 NEM was recorded at 139,985 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 9,756 miles a year.
Has Y17 NEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y17 NEM has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y17 NEM 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 Y17 NEM find?
Y17 NEM passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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