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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

Y8 HCJMOT history

Y8 HCJ is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 12 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

Y8 HCJ silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,008 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 HCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 HCJ was last recorded at 149,008 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,973 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
6,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,008 miles
  • 2025 – 147,497 miles
  • 2024 – 142,048 miles
  • 2023 – 138,010 miles
  • 2021 – 137,201 miles
  • 2020 – 133,662 miles
  • 2019 – 111,234 miles
  • 2018 – 110,035 miles
  • 2017 – 104,198 miles
  • 2016 – 93,244 miles
  • 2015 – 80,245 miles
  • 2014 – 68,145 miles
  • 2013 – 57,737 miles
  • 2012 – 53,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,008 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,008 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,008 miles
    Test number
    724736831731
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail148,973 miles (+1,476)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,973 miles
    Test number
    882591614914
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass147,497 miles (+5,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    147,497 miles
    Test number
    712270203741
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass142,048 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    142,048 miles
    Test number
    139177552747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail142,039 miles (+4,029)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,039 miles
    Test number
    524264716003
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 2x (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass138,010 miles (+809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,010 miles
    Test number
    305322946631
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass137,201 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,201 miles
    Test number
    882129007911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass133,662 miles (+22,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,662 miles
    Test number
    552225641844
    • 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))
  9. Pass111,234 miles (+1,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,234 miles
    Test number
    400812661402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
  10. Pass110,035 miles (+5,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,035 miles
    Test number
    290689488411
    • 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))
  11. Pass104,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,198 miles
    Test number
    476034105334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,198 miles (+10,954)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,198 miles
    Test number
    810244403952
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  13. Pass93,244 miles (+12,999)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,244 miles
    Test number
    868211795115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,245 miles (+12,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,245 miles
    Test number
    446102865114
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass68,145 miles (+10,408)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,145 miles
    Test number
    995231764152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,737 miles
    Test number
    729158243155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,737 miles (+4,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,737 miles
    Test number
    485527743122
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass53,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,246 miles
    Test number
    275058362415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,246 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,246 miles
    Test number
    866258262111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about Y8 HCJ

Does Y8 HCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 HCJ is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 HCJ?
The MOT on Y8 HCJ is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 HCJ done?
Y8 HCJ was recorded at 149,008 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 6,838 miles a year.
Has Y8 HCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 HCJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 HCJ 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 Y8 HCJ find?
Y8 HCJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both.

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