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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

Y21 EMYMOT history

Y21 EMY is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 177,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

Y21 EMY black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
177,037 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 EMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 EMY was last recorded at 177,037 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,037 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,037 miles
  • 2025 – 171,349 miles
  • 2024 – 165,410 miles
  • 2023 – 159,107 miles
  • 2022 – 153,503 miles
  • 2021 – 147,268 miles
  • 2020 – 142,078 miles
  • 2019 – 132,232 miles
  • 2018 – 121,657 miles
  • 2017 – 109,541 miles
  • 2016 – 98,590 miles
  • 2015 – 90,331 miles
  • 2014 – 80,702 miles
  • 2013 – 71,299 miles
  • 2012 – 62,195 miles
  • 2011 – 51,654 miles
  • 2010 – 37,868 miles
  • 2009 – 25,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,037 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryManufacturer engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some componentsRecorded 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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also stepping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    177,037 miles
    Test number
    559430150992
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufacturer engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

  2. Fail177,037 miles (+5,688)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,037 miles
    Test number
    603519496078
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Both front not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufacturer engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

  3. Pass171,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    171,349 miles
    Test number
    198813728852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber cowling detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber cowling detached

  4. Fail171,349 miles (+5,939)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,349 miles
    Test number
    485036953146
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber cowling detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber cowling detached

  5. Pass165,410 miles (+6,303)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    165,410 miles
    Test number
    961635066734
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (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. Pass159,107 miles (+5,604)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    159,107 miles
    Test number
    176014343166
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside brake light is little dim
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel is high
    • AdvisorySlight rusty to both rear inner sills and rear chassis

  7. Pass153,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    153,503 miles
    Test number
    437731554920
    • Advisory1 L OIL ADDED ON PRE CHECK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake performance near min requirements

  8. Fail153,503 miles (+6,235)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,503 miles
    Test number
    711786634195
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Advisory1 L OIL ADDED ON PRE CHECK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake performance near min requirements

  9. Pass147,268 miles (+19)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,268 miles
    Test number
    401979210537
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also stepping (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail147,249 miles (+5,171)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,249 miles
    Test number
    889372674088
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also stepping (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass142,078 miles (+9,846)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,078 miles
    Test number
    161936096645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,232 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    380172742594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot is weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r17 91y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake looks like it has got hot the disc is quite rusty and brake pad lining is crumbling

  13. Fail132,232 miles (+10,575)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    297011159670
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot is weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r17 91y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake looks like it has got hot the disc is quite rusty and brake pad lining is crumbling

  14. Pass121,657 miles (+12,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,657 miles
    Test number
    432832201209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass109,541 miles (+10,951)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,541 miles
    Test number
    911924723963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims are on the lower limits
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake arm does not return fully too the stop
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre is worn unevenly on the inner edge

  16. Pass98,590 miles (+8,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    98,590 miles
    Test number
    856278025063
    • AdvisoryNail in the n/s/r tyre

  17. Pass90,331 miles (+9,629)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,331 miles
    Test number
    526027125082
    • NoteChild seat fitted to the n/s/r seat seat belt not tested
    • NoteFront brake pads are wearing low
    • NoteHigh mounted stop light is inop

  18. Pass80,702 miles (+9,403)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,702 miles
    Test number
    308068424087
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn too 4mm

  19. Pass71,299 miles (+9,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    979205923004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass62,195 miles (+10,541)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    305718622006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,654 miles (+13,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    267967511006
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass37,868 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,868 miles
    Test number
    754004610078
    • NoteOsf and nsf and osr tyres low

  23. Fail37,868 miles (+12,507)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,868 miles
    Test number
    860894910023
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsf and nsf and osr tyres low

  24. Pass25,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,361 miles
    Test number
    184066509469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 EMY

Does Y21 EMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 EMY is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 EMY?
The MOT on Y21 EMY is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 EMY done?
Y21 EMY was recorded at 177,037 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 8,901 miles a year.
Has Y21 EMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 EMY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y21 EMY 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 Y21 EMY find?
Y21 EMY passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs worn; manufacturer engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components.

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