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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y52 MGUMOT history

Y52 MGU is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

Y52 MGU silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2023
Mileage
141,902 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y52 MGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y52 MGU was last recorded at 141,902 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 1,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,413 miles · 3 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,489 miles
Average per year
6,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 141,902 miles
  • 2021 – 140,413 miles
  • 2020 – 137,681 miles
  • 2019 – 132,892 miles
  • 2018 – 128,396 miles
  • 2017 – 121,611 miles
  • 2016 – 120,539 miles
  • 2015 – 115,576 miles
  • 2014 – 97,063 miles
  • 2013 – 89,706 miles
  • 2012 – 84,161 miles
  • 2011 – 77,706 miles
  • 2010 – 71,474 miles
  • 2009 – 64,052 miles
  • 2008 – 56,294 miles
  • 2007 – 48,374 miles
  • 2006 – 43,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,902 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,902 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    141,902 miles
    Test number
    362281278573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,413 miles (+2,732)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    140,413 miles
    Test number
    316069591376
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass137,681 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,681 miles
    Test number
    579259649424
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Fail137,680 miles (+4,788)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,680 miles
    Test number
    311886607334
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass132,892 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,892 miles
    Test number
    864812262599
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail132,847 miles (+4,451)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,847 miles
    Test number
    927702094248
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass128,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,396 miles
    Test number
    693902123832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Fail128,395 miles (+6,784)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,395 miles
    Test number
    706062507849
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass121,611 miles (+1,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    121,611 miles
    Test number
    894143467556
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass120,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    120,539 miles
    Test number
    443632948126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,539 miles (+4,963)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,539 miles
    Test number
    674308411934
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass115,576 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,576 miles
    Test number
    428434015195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  13. Fail115,576 miles (+18,513)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,576 miles
    Test number
    929933115176
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  14. Pass97,063 miles (+7,357)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,063 miles
    Test number
    385693514101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,706 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,706 miles
    Test number
    918319783058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,161 miles (+6,455)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,161 miles
    Test number
    555623612184
    • NoteSlight movement o/s inner track rod end

  17. Pass77,706 miles (+6,232)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    547033791016
    • NoteBoth rear indicators faded.
    • NoteEngine oil level on minimum.
    • NoteSlight play in rear axel bushes.

  18. Pass71,474 miles (+7,422)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    71,474 miles
    Test number
    381096780060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,052 miles (+7,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,052 miles
    Test number
    233747589002
    • NoteEngine management light staying on

  20. Pass56,294 miles (+7,920)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,294 miles
    Test number
    781736118132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,374 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,374 miles
    Test number
    781920807174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,361 miles
    Test number
    470897796001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y52 MGU

Does Y52 MGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y52 MGU expired on 5 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y52 MGU?
The MOT on Y52 MGU expired on 5 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y52 MGU done?
Y52 MGU was recorded at 141,902 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 6,226 miles a year.
Has Y52 MGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y52 MGU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on Y52 MGU 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 Y52 MGU find?
Y52 MGU passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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