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Audi A1

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

L18 WBOMOT history

L18 WBO is a blue petrol Audi A1 first used on 18 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

L18 WBO blue Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
59,166 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 WBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 WBO was last recorded at 59,166 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 6,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,514 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,652 miles
Average per year
4,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,166 miles
  • 2025 – 52,514 miles
  • 2024 – 48,444 miles
  • 2023 – 45,464 miles
  • 2022 – 44,703 miles
  • 2021 – 40,867 miles
  • 2020 – 38,524 miles
  • 2019 – 33,552 miles
  • 2018 – 30,046 miles
  • 2017 – 27,019 miles
  • 2016 – 21,505 miles
  • 2014 – 11,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,166 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear silencer outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,166 miles (+6,652)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    59,166 miles
    Test number
    339044412442
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass52,514 miles (+4,070)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    542272836726
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass48,444 miles (+2,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    975063226107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass45,464 miles (+761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    45,464 miles
    Test number
    117932190274
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass44,703 miles (+3,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    44,703 miles
    Test number
    502522372642
    • 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))

  6. Pass40,867 miles (+2,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    120034385042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass38,524 miles (+4,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    38,524 miles
    Test number
    150263585759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass33,552 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    33,552 miles
    Test number
    849585384075
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  9. Fail33,552 miles (+3,506)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,552 miles
    Test number
    494353144649
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  10. Pass30,046 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    30,046 miles
    Test number
    224639361956
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  11. Fail29,987 miles (+2,968)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,987 miles
    Test number
    796260222466
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  12. Pass27,019 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,019 miles
    Test number
    703734089111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    21,505 miles
    Test number
    906284720709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail21,505 miles (+10,056)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,505 miles
    Test number
    884046262709
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass11,449 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    11,449 miles
    Test number
    178801294215
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L18 WBO

Does L18 WBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 WBO is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 WBO?
The MOT on L18 WBO is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 WBO done?
L18 WBO was recorded at 59,166 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 4,223 miles a year.
Has L18 WBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 WBO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on L18 WBO 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 WBO find?
L18 WBO passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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