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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

K23 VLMMOT history

K23 VLM is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 9 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 145,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

K23 VLM black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
145,834 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 VLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
9 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 VLM was last recorded at 145,834 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 9,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,073 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,761 miles
Average per year
8,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,834 miles
  • 2025 – 136,073 miles
  • 2024 – 124,260 miles
  • 2023 – 115,008 miles
  • 2021 – 111,961 miles
  • 2020 – 103,105 miles
  • 2019 – 98,074 miles
  • 2018 – 87,791 miles
  • 2017 – 70,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,834 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,834 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    145,834 miles
    Test number
    990405427862
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail145,834 miles (+9,761)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,834 miles
    Test number
    633132685065
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,073 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,073 miles
    Test number
    898341286773
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Inner Edge (225/45/17)

  4. Fail136,073 miles (+11,813)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,073 miles
    Test number
    175086353006
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Inner Edge (225/45/17)
    • AdvisoryTpms Light On

  5. Pass124,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,260 miles
    Test number
    180707014697
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn, osf worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both main suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail124,260 miles (+9,252)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,260 miles
    Test number
    382214911494
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn, osf worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both main suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,008 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,008 miles
    Test number
    284535121562
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass111,961 miles (+8,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,961 miles
    Test number
    932219056225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass103,105 miles (+5,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,105 miles
    Test number
    336015974381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,074 miles (+3,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,074 miles
    Test number
    738312757638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass94,282 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    599209922436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,262 miles (+6,471)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,262 miles
    Test number
    447316987445
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass87,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,791 miles
    Test number
    124957843308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail87,791 miles (+17,319)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,791 miles
    Test number
    606123649506
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass70,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,472 miles
    Test number
    131817435452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K23 VLM

Does K23 VLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 VLM is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 VLM?
The MOT on K23 VLM is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 VLM done?
K23 VLM was recorded at 145,834 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 8,711 miles a year.
Has K23 VLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 VLM has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K23 VLM 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 K23 VLM find?
K23 VLM passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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