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White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L20 FRLMOT history

L20 FRL is a white diesel Audi A1 first used on 20 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 196,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

L20 FRL white Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
196,952 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 FRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 FRL was last recorded at 196,952 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,951 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
13,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,952 miles
  • 2025 – 183,471 miles
  • 2023 – 176,798 miles
  • 2022 – 160,614 miles
  • 2021 – 147,024 miles
  • 2019 – 121,634 miles
  • 2018 – 105,404 miles
  • 2017 – 89,287 miles
  • 2016 – 73,387 miles
  • 2015 – 47,342 miles
  • 2014 – 32,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,952 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,952 miles (+1)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    196,952 miles
    Test number
    621881090357
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail196,951 miles (+17)2 dangerous1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,951 miles
    Test number
    777610565910
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail196,934 miles (+13,463)2 dangerous5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,934 miles
    Test number
    586895815027
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass183,471 miles (+6,673)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,471 miles
    Test number
    377289259574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass176,798 miles (+8,634)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    176,798 miles
    Test number
    859539912348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass168,164 miles (+7,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    168,164 miles
    Test number
    785677760533
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass160,614 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    160,614 miles
    Test number
    408875246677
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,614 miles (+13,590)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,614 miles
    Test number
    722993945402
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/40R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass147,024 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,024 miles
    Test number
    220856920916
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brakes lightly binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer poor in condition
    • AdvisoryBonnet release lever and catch stiff to operate

  10. Fail147,024 miles (+25,390)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,024 miles
    Test number
    779737187899
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brakes lightly binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer poor in condition
    • AdvisoryBonnet release lever and catch stiff to operate
    • AdvisoryClutch badly worn

  11. Pass121,634 miles (+16,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,634 miles
    Test number
    813566685938
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass105,404 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,404 miles
    Test number
    919511678410
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass105,362 miles (+16,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,362 miles
    Test number
    500714601231
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass89,287 miles (+15,900)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,287 miles
    Test number
    733419094284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,387 miles (+26,045)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,387 miles
    Test number
    723297537263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,342 miles (+14,976)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,342 miles
    Test number
    515080345131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass32,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,366 miles
    Test number
    125081854150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 FRL

Does L20 FRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 FRL is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 FRL?
The MOT on L20 FRL is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 FRL done?
L20 FRL was recorded at 196,952 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 13,567 miles a year.
Has L20 FRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 FRL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 FRL 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 L20 FRL find?
L20 FRL passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected, and 2 more.

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