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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

Y33 DCBMOT history

Y33 DCB is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 126,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

Y33 DCB grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,627 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y33 DCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y33 DCB was last recorded at 126,627 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 17,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,250 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
17,377 miles
Average per year
8,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,627 miles
  • 2025 – 109,250 miles
  • 2024 – 91,489 miles
  • 2023 – 76,573 miles
  • 2021 – 72,719 miles
  • 2020 – 70,702 miles
  • 2019 – 68,291 miles
  • 2018 – 64,949 miles
  • 2017 – 50,164 miles
  • 2016 – 44,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,627 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,627 miles
    Test number
    128952935811
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail126,627 miles (+17,377)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,627 miles
    Test number
    174719885536
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass109,250 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,250 miles
    Test number
    676781306017
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater insecure Wiring fault does not work when door open (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail109,250 miles (+17,761)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,250 miles
    Test number
    642413407847
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater insecure Wiring fault does not work when door open (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass91,489 miles (+14,916)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    91,489 miles
    Test number
    894409578293
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

  6. Pass76,573 miles (+3,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,573 miles
    Test number
    271088261830
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass72,719 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,719 miles
    Test number
    533393363651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,702 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,702 miles
    Test number
    967744880557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,676 miles (+2,385)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    837135472859
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass68,291 miles (+3,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,291 miles
    Test number
    434449823740
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass64,949 miles (+10,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,949 miles
    Test number
    291788359264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass54,830 miles (+4,666)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,830 miles
    Test number
    759829417514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,164 miles (+6,089)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,164 miles
    Test number
    160349714599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,075 miles
    Test number
    124010017017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y33 DCB

Does Y33 DCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y33 DCB is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y33 DCB?
The MOT on Y33 DCB is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y33 DCB done?
Y33 DCB was recorded at 126,627 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 8,518 miles a year.
Has Y33 DCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y33 DCB has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y33 DCB 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 Y33 DCB find?
Y33 DCB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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