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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L21 LAWMOT history

L21 LAW is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 8 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 159,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

L21 LAW blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
159,121 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 LAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 LAW was last recorded at 159,121 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 2,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,334 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,787 miles
Average per year
8,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,121 miles
  • 2024 – 156,334 miles
  • 2023 – 144,165 miles
  • 2022 – 138,573 miles
  • 2021 – 132,230 miles
  • 2020 – 124,006 miles
  • 2019 – 114,605 miles
  • 2018 – 103,241 miles
  • 2017 – 92,988 miles
  • 2016 – 82,598 miles
  • 2015 – 70,894 miles
  • 2014 – 64,587 miles
  • 2013 – 57,825 miles
  • 2012 – 44,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,121 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,121 miles (+2,787)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    159,121 miles
    Test number
    463990706260
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass156,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    156,334 miles
    Test number
    163828298878
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail156,334 miles (+12,169)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,334 miles
    Test number
    350807331004
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass144,165 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,165 miles
    Test number
    162659679876
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail144,163 miles (+5,590)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,163 miles
    Test number
    797414745464
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass138,573 miles (+6,343)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,573 miles
    Test number
    611574722201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,230 miles (+8,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    132,230 miles
    Test number
    989847752014
    • 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))

  8. Pass124,006 miles (+223)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,006 miles
    Test number
    211511406047
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail123,783 miles (+9,178)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,783 miles
    Test number
    132931030198
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass114,605 miles (+11,364)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,605 miles
    Test number
    342293433922
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass103,241 miles (+10,253)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,241 miles
    Test number
    998095887603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,988 miles (+10,390)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,988 miles
    Test number
    319625605159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,598 miles (+4,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,598 miles
    Test number
    948865793908
    • AdvisoryUnable to print immisions due to rev limter but passed

  14. Pass78,050 miles (+7,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,050 miles
    Test number
    660829138588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Very badly perished and stating to split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Very badly perished and stating to split

  15. Pass70,894 miles (+6,307)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    275494535480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,587 miles (+6,762)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,587 miles
    Test number
    606497824129
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting close to wear bars

  17. Pass57,825 miles (+680)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,825 miles
    Test number
    855613243100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,145 miles (+12,866)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,145 miles
    Test number
    556852113167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,279 miles
    Test number
    256214612197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 LAW

Does L21 LAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 LAW expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 LAW?
The MOT on L21 LAW expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 LAW done?
L21 LAW was recorded at 159,121 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 8,534 miles a year.
Has L21 LAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 LAW has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L21 LAW 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 L21 LAW find?
L21 LAW passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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