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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y881 OBUMOT history

Y881 OBU is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2021.

Y881 OBU black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2022
Mileage
151,443 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 OBU
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
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 OBU was last recorded at 151,443 miles on 15 Nov 2021, 3,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,777 miles · 23 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,666 miles
Average per year
4,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 151,443 miles
  • 2020 – 147,777 miles
  • 2019 – 143,338 miles
  • 2018 – 137,711 miles
  • 2017 – 129,886 miles
  • 2016 – 122,479 miles
  • 2015 – 115,065 miles
  • 2014 – 110,077 miles
  • 2013 – 104,105 miles
  • 2012 – 97,516 miles
  • 2011 – 93,105 miles
  • 2009 – 90,919 miles
  • 2008 – 84,453 miles
  • 2007 – 78,755 miles
  • 2006 – 73,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,443 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,443 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,443 miles
    Test number
    701803298439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail151,443 miles (+3,666)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,443 miles
    Test number
    524064054055
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    147,777 miles
    Test number
    307843554845
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail147,776 miles (+4,438)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,776 miles
    Test number
    171008387142
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,338 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,338 miles
    Test number
    942564420329
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail143,338 miles (+5,627)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,338 miles
    Test number
    993485884147
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,711 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    137,711 miles
    Test number
    432889045737
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail137,711 miles (+7,825)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,711 miles
    Test number
    741557521898
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure heat shild (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass129,886 miles (+7,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,886 miles
    Test number
    520714643778
    • AdvisoryAlthough parking brake has just passed needs repair or adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass122,479 miles (+7,414)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,479 miles
    Test number
    286878288232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,065 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    115,065 miles
    Test number
    488414835160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,077 miles (+5,972)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,077 miles
    Test number
    509228324171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,105 miles (+6,589)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    104,105 miles
    Test number
    928834433174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,516 miles (+4,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    97,516 miles
    Test number
    186168032467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass93,105 miles (+2,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    93,105 miles
    Test number
    697042911094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass90,919 miles (+6,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    531975339346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass84,453 miles (+1,737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    84,453 miles
    Test number
    941894758351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass82,716 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    82,716 miles
    Test number
    962430138169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,755 miles (+67)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    78,755 miles
    Test number
    813308537031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp stays on

  20. Fail78,688 miles (+4,711)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,688 miles
    Test number
    404493427072
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp stays on

  21. Pass73,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    73,977 miles
    Test number
    430137826066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,977 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,977 miles
    Test number
    893017226060
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y881 OBU

Does Y881 OBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y881 OBU expired on 23 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y881 OBU?
The MOT on Y881 OBU expired on 23 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y881 OBU done?
Y881 OBU was recorded at 151,443 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2021, an average of 4,903 miles a year.
Has Y881 OBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 OBU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y881 OBU 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 Y881 OBU find?
Y881 OBU passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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