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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y256 NLBMOT history

Y256 NLB is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2024.

Y256 NLB black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2025
Mileage
148,276 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 NLB was last recorded at 148,276 miles on 12 Jun 2024, 4,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,939 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,337 miles
Average per year
4,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,276 miles
  • 2023 – 143,939 miles
  • 2022 – 138,972 miles
  • 2021 – 133,898 miles
  • 2020 – 130,723 miles
  • 2019 – 126,371 miles
  • 2018 – 120,412 miles
  • 2017 – 115,869 miles
  • 2016 – 112,288 miles
  • 2015 – 108,060 miles
  • 2014 – 103,218 miles
  • 2013 – 97,904 miles
  • 2012 – 93,100 miles
  • 2011 – 88,774 miles
  • 2010 – 83,371 miles
  • 2009 – 77,383 miles
  • 2008 – 72,084 miles
  • 2007 – 66,583 miles
  • 2006 – 60,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,276 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    148,276 miles
    Test number
    171342336884
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail148,276 miles (+4,337)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,276 miles
    Test number
    366733158741
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass143,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    143,939 miles
    Test number
    768255076178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail143,939 miles (+4,967)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,939 miles
    Test number
    495445664757
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass138,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,972 miles
    Test number
    884386170748
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail138,972 miles (+5,074)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,972 miles
    Test number
    142319560687
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass133,898 miles (+3,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    133,898 miles
    Test number
    649077698109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass130,723 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    130,723 miles
    Test number
    208113684591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,371 miles (+5,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,371 miles
    Test number
    422462895284
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass120,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,412 miles
    Test number
    281676318240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,412 miles (+4,543)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,412 miles
    Test number
    443204110953
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass115,869 miles (+3,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,869 miles
    Test number
    462214881570
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass112,288 miles (+4,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,288 miles
    Test number
    103165164207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass108,060 miles (+4,842)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,060 miles
    Test number
    926675155152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,218 miles (+5,314)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,218 miles
    Test number
    906656954143
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass97,904 miles (+4,804)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,904 miles
    Test number
    685470173140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,100 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,100 miles
    Test number
    286945662190
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass93,100 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,100 miles
    Test number
    449965562149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,774 miles (+5,403)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,774 miles
    Test number
    615650261110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,371 miles (+5,988)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    554199160154
    • NoteFound o/s vehicle underseal damaged causing fuel lines to sit incorrect. no leak present and fuel lines not insecure at time of test.

  21. Pass77,383 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,383 miles
    Test number
    642038569131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,084 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,084 miles
    Test number
    953144068178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,077 miles (+5,494)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,077 miles
    Test number
    913583368147
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass66,583 miles (+5,644)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,583 miles
    Test number
    940022367135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,939 miles
    Test number
    262463366150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 NLB

Does Y256 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 NLB expired on 15 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 NLB?
The MOT on Y256 NLB expired on 15 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 NLB done?
Y256 NLB was recorded at 148,276 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2024, an average of 4,852 miles a year.
Has Y256 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 NLB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y256 NLB 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 Y256 NLB find?
Y256 NLB passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by exhaust box; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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