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Audi S3

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

L18 AHCMOT history

L18 AHC is a grey petrol Audi S3 first used on 26 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

L18 AHC grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
111,233 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 AHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 AHC was last recorded at 111,233 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,232 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,233 miles
  • 2024 – 105,297 miles
  • 2023 – 99,634 miles
  • 2022 – 95,731 miles
  • 2021 – 91,739 miles
  • 2019 – 87,180 miles
  • 2018 – 82,200 miles
  • 2017 – 79,395 miles
  • 2016 – 76,497 miles
  • 2015 – 73,832 miles
  • 2014 – 66,408 miles
  • 2013 – 58,511 miles
  • 2012 – 51,342 miles
  • 2011 – 43,601 miles
  • 2010 – 32,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,233 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills and rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Door mirror housing slightly damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Underbody and underbody components slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,233 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    111,233 miles
    Test number
    202923341381
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills and rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail111,232 miles (+101)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,232 miles
    Test number
    731608805295
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills and rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail111,131 miles (+5,834)3 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,131 miles
    Test number
    932276793985
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged And inner edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi worn
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door mirror housing slightly damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and underbody components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  4. Pass105,297 miles (+5,663)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,297 miles
    Test number
    620367887348
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and underbody components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread inner edge slightly worn
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror housing damaged but still secure
  5. Pass99,634 miles (+3,903)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,634 miles
    Test number
    840183483179
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door mirror housing slightly damage
    • AdvisoryRear Under body and under body components corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  6. Pass95,731 miles (+3,992)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,731 miles
    Test number
    624466180436
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass91,739 miles (+4,559)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,739 miles
    Test number
    449671723474
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass87,180 miles (+4,980)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    992968779185
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass82,200 miles (+2,805)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,200 miles
    Test number
    669654155962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    959208460753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,395 miles (+2,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    579174765223
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  12. Pass76,497 miles (+2,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    513891312665
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear sets (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass73,832 miles (+7,424)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,832 miles
    Test number
    637852585128
    • NoteRear number plate has slight delamination
  14. Pass66,408 miles (+7,897)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,408 miles
    Test number
    545056274141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,511 miles (+7,169)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,511 miles
    Test number
    469997973119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,342 miles (+7,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,342 miles
    Test number
    525024972154
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
  17. Pass43,601 miles (+11,585)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,601 miles
    Test number
    607256171184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,016 miles
    Test number
    994817070195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 AHC

Does L18 AHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 AHC expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 AHC?
The MOT on L18 AHC expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 AHC done?
L18 AHC was recorded at 111,233 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 5,190 miles a year.
Has L18 AHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 AHC has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 AHC 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 L18 AHC find?
L18 AHC passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills and rear chassis.

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