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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2010 · 1,595 cc

L16 TJAMOT history

L16 TJA is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 14 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 118,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

L16 TJA red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
118,018 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 TJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
14 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 TJA was last recorded at 118,018 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 11,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
106,915 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,103 miles
Average per year
6,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,018 miles
  • 2025 – 106,915 miles
  • 2024 – 97,396 miles
  • 2023 – 90,921 miles
  • 2022 – 84,423 miles
  • 2021 – 77,740 miles
  • 2020 – 72,279 miles
  • 2019 – 66,556 miles
  • 2018 – 60,944 miles
  • 2017 – 54,974 miles
  • 2016 – 49,580 miles
  • 2015 – 45,824 miles
  • 2014 – 39,325 miles
  • 2013 – 34,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,018 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    118,018 miles
    Test number
    569119540963
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail118,018 miles (+11,103)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,018 miles
    Test number
    199392515440
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,915 miles (+9,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    106,915 miles
    Test number
    916303795755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass97,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,396 miles
    Test number
    388816423588
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail97,396 miles (+6,475)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,396 miles
    Test number
    677961832825
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,921 miles (+6,498)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,921 miles
    Test number
    110843554478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,423 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,423 miles
    Test number
    391206897265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,740 miles (+5,461)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,740 miles
    Test number
    686621166967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,279 miles
    Test number
    430654262572
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail72,279 miles (+5,723)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,279 miles
    Test number
    437326485008
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass66,556 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,556 miles
    Test number
    354845024586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,944 miles (+5,970)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,944 miles
    Test number
    755122922481
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass54,974 miles (+5,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,974 miles
    Test number
    751069243186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake has very slight restriction

  14. Pass49,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,580 miles
    Test number
    645484126532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,580 miles (+3,756)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,580 miles
    Test number
    399810686167
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,824 miles (+6,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,824 miles
    Test number
    681973506164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass39,325 miles (+5,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,325 miles
    Test number
    327752584498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass34,097 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,097 miles
    Test number
    808457883285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,877 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,877 miles
    Test number
    247039803000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail30,877 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,877 miles
    Test number
    769179103032
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about L16 TJA

Does L16 TJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 TJA is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 TJA?
The MOT on L16 TJA is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 TJA done?
L16 TJA was recorded at 118,018 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,395 miles a year.
Has L16 TJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 TJA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 TJA 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 TJA find?
L16 TJA passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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