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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

Y18 EGRMOT history

Y18 EGR is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 2 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 167,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

Y18 EGR black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
167,728 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 EGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
2 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 EGR was last recorded at 167,728 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 6,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,137 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,591 miles
Average per year
9,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,728 miles
  • 2025 – 161,137 miles
  • 2024 – 152,581 miles
  • 2023 – 146,468 miles
  • 2022 – 141,966 miles
  • 2021 – 135,112 miles
  • 2020 – 130,252 miles
  • 2019 – 114,801 miles
  • 2018 – 100,329 miles
  • 2017 – 91,550 miles
  • 2016 – 77,746 miles
  • 2015 – 65,206 miles
  • 2014 – 53,097 miles
  • 2013 – 39,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,728 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,728 miles (+6,591)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    167,728 miles
    Test number
    201734333978
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass161,137 miles (+8,556)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    161,137 miles
    Test number
    156367696469
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Pass152,581 miles (+35)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    152,581 miles
    Test number
    262942210989
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail152,546 miles (+6,078)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,546 miles
    Test number
    246632390010
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass146,468 miles (+4,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    146,468 miles
    Test number
    897076305858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass141,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,966 miles
    Test number
    702535506872
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre clamp worn / corroded.
  7. Fail141,966 miles (+43)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,966 miles
    Test number
    152620906665
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre clamp worn/corroded
  8. Fail141,923 miles (+6,811)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,923 miles
    Test number
    524285457552
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre clamp worn/corroded
  9. Pass135,112 miles (+4,860)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,112 miles
    Test number
    583571912784
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  10. Pass130,252 miles (+15,451)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,252 miles
    Test number
    931083993816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,801 miles (+14,472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,801 miles
    Test number
    285770648782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass100,329 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    461094125165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,144 miles (+8,594)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,144 miles
    Test number
    301113677258
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass91,550 miles (+13,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,550 miles
    Test number
    247203095556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass77,746 miles (+12,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,746 miles
    Test number
    172499094892
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to centre rear seat ..unable to fully inspect the seat belt
  16. Pass65,206 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,206 miles
    Test number
    197461565459
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R tyre starting to crack
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail65,206 miles (+12,109)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,206 miles
    Test number
    465561865059
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R tyre starting to crack
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass53,097 miles (+13,433)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,097 miles
    Test number
    878353344043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass39,664 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,664 miles
    Test number
    407187743007
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside & offside rear tyres perishing(tread cracking)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a cut in sidewall but not deep enought to expose cords
  20. Fail39,664 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,664 miles
    Test number
    976107443023
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside & offside rear tyres perishing(tread cracking)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a cut in sidewall but not deep enought to expose cords

Questions about Y18 EGR

Does Y18 EGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 EGR is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 EGR?
The MOT on Y18 EGR is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 EGR done?
Y18 EGR was recorded at 167,728 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 9,777 miles a year.
Has Y18 EGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 EGR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y18 EGR 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 EGR find?
Y18 EGR passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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