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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

L21 NJSMOT history

L21 NJS is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 13 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 133,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

L21 NJS white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
133,549 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 NJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 NJS was last recorded at 133,549 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 5,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
128,177 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,372 miles
Average per year
8,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,549 miles
  • 2025 – 128,177 miles
  • 2024 – 120,145 miles
  • 2023 – 109,801 miles
  • 2022 – 101,250 miles
  • 2021 – 93,615 miles
  • 2020 – 86,360 miles
  • 2019 – 78,001 miles
  • 2018 – 66,448 miles
  • 2016 – 53,766 miles
  • 2014 – 32,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,549 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    133,549 miles
    Test number
    859883407581
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail133,549 miles (+5,372)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,549 miles
    Test number
    847784619819
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass128,177 miles (+8,032)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    128,177 miles
    Test number
    538247001851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,145 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,145 miles
    Test number
    708604532100
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective O/S,N/S (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail120,145 miles (+10,344)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,145 miles
    Test number
    636331356363
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective O/S,N/S (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass109,801 miles (+8,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,801 miles
    Test number
    757931385419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass101,250 miles (+7,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,250 miles
    Test number
    846928069251
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S,N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass93,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,615 miles
    Test number
    224269183498
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted O/S,N/S (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Fail93,615 miles (+7,255)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,615 miles
    Test number
    779178499579
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted O/S,N/S (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Pass86,360 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,360 miles
    Test number
    208371677847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,001 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,001 miles
    Test number
    392135309005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail78,001 miles (+11,553)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,001 miles
    Test number
    876496631343
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour & offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass66,448 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,448 miles
    Test number
    523859432227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Fail66,448 miles (+12,682)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,448 miles
    Test number
    762278131401
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass53,766 miles (+10,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,766 miles
    Test number
    124259873517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass43,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,648 miles
    Test number
    375851643372
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  17. Fail43,648 miles (+10,768)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,648 miles
    Test number
    180479035719
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  18. Pass32,880 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,880 miles
    Test number
    538560154373
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L21 NJS

Does L21 NJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 NJS is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 NJS?
The MOT on L21 NJS is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 NJS done?
L21 NJS was recorded at 133,549 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 8,897 miles a year.
Has L21 NJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 NJS has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 NJS 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 NJS find?
L21 NJS passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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