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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L21 VJSMOT history

L21 VJS is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 19 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 106,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

L21 VJS grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
106,729 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 VJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 VJS was last recorded at 106,729 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 6,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,591 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,138 miles
Average per year
6,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,729 miles
  • 2025 – 100,591 miles
  • 2024 – 94,095 miles
  • 2023 – 87,521 miles
  • 2022 – 80,541 miles
  • 2021 – 71,824 miles
  • 2020 – 66,476 miles
  • 2019 – 57,668 miles
  • 2018 – 52,264 miles
  • 2017 – 46,524 miles
  • 2015 – 34,460 miles
  • 2014 – 23,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,729 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer c.v boot twisted
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side back bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side 225/45/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,729 miles (+6,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    106,729 miles
    Test number
    506605640925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer c.v boot twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass100,591 miles (+6,496)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    100,591 miles
    Test number
    751757749945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,095 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    94,095 miles
    Test number
    152489209293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,521 miles (+366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    87,521 miles
    Test number
    241436256766
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail87,155 miles (+6,614)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,155 miles
    Test number
    751406513062
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass80,541 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    686711101612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail80,541 miles (+8,717)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    884243545834
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass71,824 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,824 miles
    Test number
    377983180839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,476 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    540548403094
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail66,476 miles (+8,808)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    873896258589
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass57,668 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,668 miles
    Test number
    108226440241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,264 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    920999871961
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE PERISHED - 225/45R17
  13. Fail52,264 miles (+5,740)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    274099962426
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE PERISHED - 225/45R17
  14. Pass46,524 miles (+12,064)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,524 miles
    Test number
    474823000138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,460 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,460 miles
    Test number
    205007215273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,702 miles (+8,960)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,702 miles
    Test number
    905427005033
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteThe left sill has slight damage
  17. Fail23,742 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,742 miles
    Test number
    116358904007
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  18. Pass23,742 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    23,742 miles
    Test number
    327528504086
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about L21 VJS

Does L21 VJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 VJS is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 VJS?
The MOT on L21 VJS is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 VJS done?
L21 VJS was recorded at 106,729 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 6,681 miles a year.
Has L21 VJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 VJS has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L21 VJS 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 VJS find?
L21 VJS passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front outer c.v boot twisted; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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