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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y279 DJOMOT history

Y279 DJO is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2019 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 91,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2022.

Y279 DJO black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2019
Mileage
91,958 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 DJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2019
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y279 DJO was last recorded at 91,958 miles on 22 Apr 2022, 862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,096 miles · 28 Jun 2018
Between the last two tests
862 miles
Average per year
3,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 91,958 miles
  • 2018 – 91,096 miles
  • 2017 – 87,525 miles
  • 2016 – 82,026 miles
  • 2015 – 76,955 miles
  • 2014 – 73,021 miles
  • 2013 – 67,255 miles
  • 2012 – 60,222 miles
  • 2011 – 50,178 miles
  • 2010 – 43,970 miles
  • 2009 – 41,268 miles
  • 2008 – 39,136 miles
  • 2007 – 36,436 miles
  • 2006 – 33,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,958 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
  • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp lens deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f headlamp lens deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped

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.

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment on both sides (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front tyre is heavily worn on both edges and is perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside sill is damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge`

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,958 miles (+862)5 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,958 miles
    Test number
    435115298806
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped

  2. Pass91,096 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,096 miles
    Test number
    371494168135
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail91,096 miles (+3,571)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,096 miles
    Test number
    403892921877
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,525 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,525 miles
    Test number
    658737884668
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment on both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is heavily worn on both edges and is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge`
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  5. Fail87,523 miles (+5,497)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    406238305047
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed in the tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment on both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is heavily worn on both edges and is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge`
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  6. Pass82,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,026 miles
    Test number
    492839926563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake bulbs out
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  7. Fail82,026 miles (+5,071)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,026 miles
    Test number
    375873932555
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake bulbs out
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  8. Fail76,955 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,955 miles
    Test number
    229411575468
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass76,955 miles (+3,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,955 miles
    Test number
    785221375190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass73,021 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,021 miles
    Test number
    886633084215
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine undertray insecure
    • NoteFront Bumper assy heavily damaged, but not insecure
    • NoteOSR Tyre 'Run Flat'. Sidewall damage evident

  11. Fail73,021 miles (+5,766)8 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,021 miles
    Test number
    956082384229
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine undertray insecure
    • NoteFront Bumper assy heavily damaged, but not insecure
    • NoteOSR Tyre 'Run Flat'. Sidewall damage evident

  12. Pass67,255 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,255 miles
    Test number
    715533643276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail67,254 miles (+7,032)4 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,254 miles
    Test number
    886923643241
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass60,222 miles (+10,044)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,222 miles
    Test number
    477541722140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteAirbag light illuminated

  15. Pass50,178 miles (+6,208)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,178 miles
    Test number
    127703031196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise rear axle beam bushes both perishing and movement

  16. Pass43,970 miles (+2,702)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,970 miles
    Test number
    563598030199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,268 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,268 miles
    Test number
    303129189006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,136 miles (+2,700)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,136 miles
    Test number
    121188298426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,436 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,436 miles
    Test number
    253015057099
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass36,436 miles (+2,500)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,436 miles
    Test number
    904005057046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,936 miles
    Test number
    440621446089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 DJO

Does Y279 DJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 DJO expired on 3 Jul 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 DJO?
The MOT on Y279 DJO expired on 3 Jul 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 DJO done?
Y279 DJO was recorded at 91,958 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2022, an average of 3,583 miles a year.
Has Y279 DJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 DJO has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y279 DJO 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 Y279 DJO find?
Y279 DJO failed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2022 with 5 major defects and 17 advisories: nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear position lamp not working; nearside rear service brake excessively binding, and 19 more.

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