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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

L20 LSAMOT history

L20 LSA is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 205,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

L20 LSA black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
205,921 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 LSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 LSA was last recorded at 205,921 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 4,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
201,222 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,699 miles
Average per year
10,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,921 miles
  • 2025 – 201,222 miles
  • 2024 – 199,258 miles
  • 2023 – 192,144 miles
  • 2022 – 184,956 miles
  • 2021 – 171,970 miles
  • 2020 – 159,325 miles
  • 2019 – 147,546 miles
  • 2018 – 136,577 miles
  • 2017 – 127,500 miles
  • 2016 – 121,007 miles
  • 2015 – 100,894 miles
  • 2014 – 80,931 miles
  • 2013 – 63,234 miles
  • 2012 – 49,493 miles
  • 2011 – 35,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,921 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear general under body corrosion including mechanical components.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,921 miles (+4,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    205,921 miles
    Test number
    531995941877
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear general under body corrosion including mechanical components.

  2. Pass201,222 miles (+1,964)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    201,222 miles
    Test number
    628104422324
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Dog bone mounting (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides tinted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp levelling sensor arm damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis legs on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass199,258 miles (+7,114)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    199,258 miles
    Test number
    601481388553
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly lipped and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass192,144 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    192,144 miles
    Test number
    704110899216
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail192,144 miles (+7,188)1 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,144 miles
    Test number
    608958369765
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass184,956 miles (+12,986)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    184,956 miles
    Test number
    985267869480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass171,970 miles (+12,645)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    171,970 miles
    Test number
    439698738553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass159,325 miles (+11,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    159,325 miles
    Test number
    855282786106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass147,546 miles (+10,969)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,546 miles
    Test number
    941705648080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,577 miles (+9,077)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,577 miles
    Test number
    434148013891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,500 miles (+6,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,500 miles
    Test number
    273871533311
    • 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)

  12. Pass121,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,007 miles
    Test number
    949371896084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,007 miles (+20,113)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,007 miles
    Test number
    458108934909
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working Nearside (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass100,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,894 miles
    Test number
    526880405165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,894 miles (+19,963)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,894 miles
    Test number
    567210305113
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass80,931 miles (+17,697)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,931 miles
    Test number
    915510504105
    • NoteSidewall damage on nearside front tyre

  17. Pass63,234 miles (+13,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,234 miles
    Test number
    398612903148
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,493 miles (+14,343)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,493 miles
    Test number
    146276592453
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsf tyre outer sidewall damaged.
    • NoteNsr tyre 3mm.

  19. Pass35,150 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,150 miles
    Test number
    675110471040
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3mm tread
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about L20 LSA

Does L20 LSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 LSA is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 LSA?
The MOT on L20 LSA is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 LSA done?
L20 LSA was recorded at 205,921 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 10,968 miles a year.
Has L20 LSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 LSA has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L20 LSA 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 LSA find?
L20 LSA passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides.; rear general under body corrosion including mechanical components..

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