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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y295 DRCMOT history

Y295 DRC is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 64,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

Y295 DRC black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
64,533 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y295 DRC
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
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y295 DRC was last recorded at 64,533 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Nov 2023: 64,527 miles, lower than 64,530 miles on 15 Sept 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
64,527 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,533 miles
  • 2023 – 64,527 miles
  • 2022 – 64,530 miles
  • 2021 – 64,467 miles
  • 2020 – 64,333 miles
  • 2019 – 64,256 miles
  • 2018 – 63,822 miles
  • 2017 – 62,824 miles
  • 2016 – 61,671 miles
  • 2015 – 59,656 miles
  • 2014 – 58,033 miles
  • 2012 – 54,553 miles
  • 2011 – 52,589 miles
  • 2010 – 50,398 miles
  • 2009 – 46,976 miles
  • 2008 – 43,149 miles
  • 2007 – 38,465 miles
  • 2006 – 34,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,533 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Both fog light not working.
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass64,533 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    435190897411
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both fog light not working.
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail64,533 miles (+6)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    533347068874
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both fog light not working.
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass64,527 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    798557496747
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Fail64,527 miles (-3)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    863128761123
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Pass64,530 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,530 miles
    Test number
    710520234004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail64,526 miles (+59)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,526 miles
    Test number
    591285293541
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass64,467 miles (+134)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,467 miles
    Test number
    243068130953
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,333 miles (+77)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,333 miles
    Test number
    615742392133
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass64,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,256 miles
    Test number
    835404395274
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail64,256 miles (+434)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,256 miles
    Test number
    236382372088
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass63,822 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,822 miles
    Test number
    466931215946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,824 miles (+1,153)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    62,824 miles
    Test number
    498816228288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  13. Pass61,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,671 miles
    Test number
    472723686238
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail61,671 miles (+2,015)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,671 miles
    Test number
    140853902138
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working nearside front (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working offside rear (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside rear (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass59,656 miles (+1,623)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,656 miles
    Test number
    816473525045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,033 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,033 miles
    Test number
    316483504020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,553 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,553 miles
    Test number
    299463502103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,589 miles (+2,191)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,589 miles
    Test number
    657346591064
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s inner cv boot leaking

  19. Pass50,398 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    50,398 miles
    Test number
    153266400182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,976 miles (+3,827)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,976 miles
    Test number
    223619719477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass43,149 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,149 miles
    Test number
    663114118144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,099 miles (+4,634)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,099 miles
    Test number
    331268608166
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass38,465 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,465 miles
    Test number
    174712507176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,017 miles
    Test number
    333665816171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y295 DRC

Does Y295 DRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y295 DRC is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y295 DRC?
The MOT on Y295 DRC is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y295 DRC done?
Y295 DRC was recorded at 64,533 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 1,502 miles a year.
Has Y295 DRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y295 DRC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y295 DRC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y295 DRC find?
Y295 DRC passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear.; front both fog light not working., and 7 more.

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