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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

Y18 DDCMOT history

Y18 DDC is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 155,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

Y18 DDC red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
155,545 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 DDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 DDC was last recorded at 155,545 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,535 miles · 12 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,545 miles
  • 2025 – 144,505 miles
  • 2024 – 136,115 miles
  • 2022 – 126,697 miles
  • 2021 – 123,305 miles
  • 2020 – 120,572 miles
  • 2019 – 115,205 miles
  • 2018 – 109,392 miles
  • 2017 – 101,342 miles
  • 2016 – 93,581 miles
  • 2015 – 80,224 miles
  • 2014 – 70,194 miles
  • 2013 – 58,672 miles
  • 2012 – 55,315 miles
  • 2011 – 44,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,545 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,545 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    155,545 miles
    Test number
    132771409615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail155,535 miles (+11,030)1 dangerous1 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,535 miles
    Test number
    630529753714
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass144,505 miles (+8,390)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    144,505 miles
    Test number
    920056974853
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,115 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    136,115 miles
    Test number
    336932031295
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail136,113 miles (+9,416)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,113 miles
    Test number
    274485133533
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass126,697 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,697 miles
    Test number
    795766477758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail126,696 miles (+3,391)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,696 miles
    Test number
    948136781003
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre box loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass123,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,305 miles
    Test number
    895537996928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail123,305 miles (+2,733)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,305 miles
    Test number
    529020579322
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass120,572 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,572 miles
    Test number
    805111683296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail120,539 miles (+5,334)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,539 miles
    Test number
    509424412944
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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 + nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass115,205 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,205 miles
    Test number
    457168306318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail115,205 miles (+5,813)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,205 miles
    Test number
    561481248076
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass109,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,392 miles
    Test number
    873646979984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  15. Fail109,392 miles (+8,050)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,392 miles
    Test number
    809805243818
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  16. Pass101,342 miles (+7,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,342 miles
    Test number
    372770972240
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass93,581 miles (+13,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,581 miles
    Test number
    713631101546
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass80,224 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,224 miles
    Test number
    149512395425
    • NoteFront brake discs worn.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail80,223 miles (+10,029)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,223 miles
    Test number
    969032595011
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass70,194 miles (+11,522)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,194 miles
    Test number
    135971974033
    • NoteChildseat fitted n/s/r.
    • NoteFront brake discs worn.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass58,672 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,672 miles
    Test number
    789558893019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,315 miles (+10,931)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,315 miles
    Test number
    975450462013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,384 miles
    Test number
    849262281055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 DDC

Does Y18 DDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 DDC is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 DDC?
The MOT on Y18 DDC is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 DDC done?
Y18 DDC was recorded at 155,545 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 7,293 miles a year.
Has Y18 DDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 DDC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y18 DDC 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 Y18 DDC find?
Y18 DDC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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