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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

L16 NSVMOT history

L16 NSV is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 29 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 157,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

L16 NSV white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,259 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 NSV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 NSV was last recorded at 157,259 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,151 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
9,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,259 miles
  • 2025 – 150,007 miles
  • 2024 – 142,714 miles
  • 2023 – 135,270 miles
  • 2022 – 125,709 miles
  • 2021 – 116,031 miles
  • 2020 – 112,230 miles
  • 2019 – 106,250 miles
  • 2018 – 100,680 miles
  • 2017 – 89,397 miles
  • 2016 – 75,944 miles
  • 2015 – 65,378 miles
  • 2014 – 49,769 miles
  • 2013 – 36,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,259 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn considerably lower than other side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2x arms in corroded state (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2x arms in corroded state (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Under trays

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged along lower edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,259 miles (+108)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,259 miles
    Test number
    519295425598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn considerably lower than other side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2x arms in corroded state (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2x arms in corroded state (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail157,151 miles (+7,144)9 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,151 miles
    Test number
    776338865803
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward bush detaching from bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward bush detaching from bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn considerably lower than other side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively binding after release of handbrake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2x arms in corroded state (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2x arms in corroded state (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass150,007 miles (+8)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    150,007 miles
    Test number
    904913760340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged along lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged along lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail149,999 miles (+7,285)1 dangerous9 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,999 miles
    Test number
    486168891274
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged along lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged along lower edge (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  5. Pass142,714 miles (+7,444)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,714 miles
    Test number
    388978247646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass135,270 miles (+9,561)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,270 miles
    Test number
    515464953189
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass125,709 miles (+9,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,709 miles
    Test number
    694214712248
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,031 miles (+3,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,031 miles
    Test number
    594749148324
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to obtain reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components

  9. Pass112,230 miles (+5,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,230 miles
    Test number
    915475918650
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to obtain reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  10. Pass106,250 miles (+5,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,250 miles
    Test number
    563881090752
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  11. Pass100,680 miles (+11,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,680 miles
    Test number
    481674078715
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  12. Pass89,397 miles (+13,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,397 miles
    Test number
    521372232610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass75,944 miles (+10,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,944 miles
    Test number
    771869063805
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve corroded

  14. Pass65,378 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,378 miles
    Test number
    985639745105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,312 miles (+15,543)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    726517945116
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass49,769 miles (+13,471)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,769 miles
    Test number
    788658344197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,298 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,298 miles
    Test number
    978803383135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,297 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,297 miles
    Test number
    469812583134
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about L16 NSV

Does L16 NSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 NSV is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 NSV?
The MOT on L16 NSV is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 NSV done?
L16 NSV was recorded at 157,259 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 9,434 miles a year.
Has L16 NSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 NSV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 NSV 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 NSV find?
L16 NSV passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; nearside integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill lower edge, and 7 more.

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