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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

Y231 GFGMOT history

Y231 GFG is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2023.

Y231 GFG silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
116,120 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 GFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y231 GFG was last recorded at 116,120 miles on 2 Mar 2023, 6,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,566 miles · 17 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6,554 miles
Average per year
7,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,120 miles
  • 2022 – 109,566 miles
  • 2021 – 104,344 miles
  • 2019 – 101,478 miles
  • 2018 – 98,145 miles
  • 2017 – 94,549 miles
  • 2016 – 90,488 miles
  • 2015 – 84,901 miles
  • 2014 – 66,755 miles
  • 2012 – 52,344 miles
  • 2011 – 39,123 miles
  • 2010 – 27,228 miles
  • 2009 – 17,557 miles
  • 2008 – 4,235 miles
  • 2007 – 3,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,120 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,120 miles (+6,554)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,120 miles
    Test number
    773722563848
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass109,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,566 miles
    Test number
    594590248459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail109,566 miles (+5,222)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,566 miles
    Test number
    366699647192
    • 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass104,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,344 miles
    Test number
    264190084565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail104,344 miles (+2,866)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,344 miles
    Test number
    707098757187
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass101,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,478 miles
    Test number
    545139479300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,478 miles (+3,333)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,478 miles
    Test number
    662875526270
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass98,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,145 miles
    Test number
    167943359588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,145 miles (+3,596)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,145 miles
    Test number
    903037073330
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass94,549 miles (+4,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    94,549 miles
    Test number
    388237141379
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass90,488 miles (+5,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,488 miles
    Test number
    685728901154
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass84,901 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    516117515127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail84,901 miles (+18,146)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    836967815155
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail66,755 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    288844394000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass66,755 miles (+14,411)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    898164594051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,344 miles
    Test number
    667838522362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,344 miles (+13,221)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,344 miles
    Test number
    657157322374
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Pass39,123 miles (+11,895)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    385551731411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,228 miles (+9,671)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,228 miles
    Test number
    861522100144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,557 miles (+13,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    17,557 miles
    Test number
    670362549107
    • 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)

  21. Pass4,235 miles (+452)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    4,235 miles
    Test number
    890349098071
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s rear lamp lens

  22. Pass3,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    3,783 miles
    Test number
    421309857032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 GFG

Does Y231 GFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 GFG expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 GFG?
The MOT on Y231 GFG expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 GFG done?
Y231 GFG was recorded at 116,120 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2023, an average of 7,019 miles a year.
Has Y231 GFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 GFG has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y231 GFG 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 Y231 GFG find?
Y231 GFG failed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2023 with 2 dangerous defects and 4 major defects: nearside rear tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm; offside rear integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 3 more.

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