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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

L13 VAUMOT history

L13 VAU is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 22 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 135,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

L13 VAU black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,899 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 VAU
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
22 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 VAU was last recorded at 135,899 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 15,306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,593 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
15,306 miles
Average per year
9,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,899 miles
  • 2025 – 120,593 miles
  • 2024 – 106,011 miles
  • 2023 – 93,472 miles
  • 2022 – 81,909 miles
  • 2021 – 74,444 miles
  • 2019 – 68,039 miles
  • 2018 – 60,011 miles
  • 2017 – 53,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,899 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Covers and under trays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,899 miles (+15,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,899 miles
    Test number
    760280550821
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted

  2. Pass120,593 miles (+14,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    120,593 miles
    Test number
    831471776721
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,011 miles (+12,539)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,011 miles
    Test number
    529593092231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,472 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,472 miles
    Test number
    459811238609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays

  5. Fail93,447 miles (+11,538)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,447 miles
    Test number
    916186129940
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays

  6. Pass81,909 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,909 miles
    Test number
    387932980256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail81,898 miles (+7,454)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,898 miles
    Test number
    815633657200
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass74,444 miles (+6,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,444 miles
    Test number
    467902652234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass68,039 miles (+4,855)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,039 miles
    Test number
    373180414636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,184 miles (+3,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    63,184 miles
    Test number
    824459388050
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass60,011 miles (+6,889)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,011 miles
    Test number
    439686355948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    924061856252
    • AdvisoryBuckle inner rim of nearside rear wheel.
    • AdvisorySlight buckle inner rim of offside front wheel.

Questions about L13 VAU

Does L13 VAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 VAU is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 VAU?
The MOT on L13 VAU is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 VAU done?
L13 VAU was recorded at 135,899 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 9,463 miles a year.
Has L13 VAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 VAU has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L13 VAU 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 L13 VAU find?
L13 VAU passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; covers and under trays fitted.

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