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Grey · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2017 · 1,395 cc

L16 JOYMOT history

L16 JOY is a grey hybrid electric (clean) Audi A3 first used on 29 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 65,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

L16 JOY grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,445 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 JOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
29 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 JOY was last recorded at 65,445 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 7,856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
57,589 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,856 miles
Average per year
8,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,445 miles
  • 2025 – 57,589 miles
  • 2024 – 50,506 miles
  • 2023 – 41,860 miles
  • 2022 – 32,664 miles
  • 2021 – 22,484 miles
  • 2020 – 17,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,445 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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 14 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,445 miles (+7,856)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,445 miles
    Test number
    870224328819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass57,589 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    57,589 miles
    Test number
    631238008678
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail57,589 miles (+7,083)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,589 miles
    Test number
    715020487365
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass50,506 miles (+8,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,506 miles
    Test number
    793028921874
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass41,860 miles (+9,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,860 miles
    Test number
    695832578274
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass32,664 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,664 miles
    Test number
    969906792357
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  7. Fail32,664 miles (+10,180)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,664 miles
    Test number
    240104343816
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  8. Pass22,484 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    22,484 miles
    Test number
    838628585654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass17,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    17,185 miles
    Test number
    756295218720
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords front and rear on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about L16 JOY

Does L16 JOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 JOY is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 JOY?
The MOT on L16 JOY is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 JOY done?
L16 JOY was recorded at 65,445 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 8,041 miles a year.
Has L16 JOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 JOY has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 JOY 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 L16 JOY find?
L16 JOY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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