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Audi A1

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,390 cc

L23 HLUMOT history

L23 HLU is a black petrol Audi A1 first used on 1 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 73,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L23 HLU black Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2027
Mileage
73,915 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 HLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 HLU was last recorded at 73,915 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 8,651 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,264 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8,651 miles
Average per year
6,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,915 miles
  • 2025 – 65,264 miles
  • 2024 – 59,733 miles
  • 2023 – 53,375 miles
  • 2022 – 48,073 miles
  • 2021 – 42,157 miles
  • 2020 – 38,068 miles
  • 2019 – 30,377 miles
  • 2018 – 22,200 miles
  • 2017 – 15,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,915 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,915 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    73,915 miles
    Test number
    529084244442
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail73,911 miles (+8,647)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,911 miles
    Test number
    806727219169
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass65,264 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    65,264 miles
    Test number
    917825979502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,259 miles (+5,526)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    842713584387
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass59,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    334085584725
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))

  6. Fail59,719 miles (+6,344)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,719 miles
    Test number
    791473492327
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass53,375 miles (+5,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,375 miles
    Test number
    551033316311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass48,073 miles (+5,916)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    48,073 miles
    Test number
    951912377165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,157 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    42,157 miles
    Test number
    737885166966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,068 miles (+7,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,068 miles
    Test number
    575593035583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  11. Pass30,377 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    30,377 miles
    Test number
    146131327712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,368 miles (+7,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    29,368 miles
    Test number
    398952211529
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass22,200 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    22,200 miles
    Test number
    888158587011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    15,799 miles
    Test number
    267566667083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 HLU

Does L23 HLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 HLU is valid until 18 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 HLU?
The MOT on L23 HLU is valid until 18 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 HLU done?
L23 HLU was recorded at 73,915 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 6,041 miles a year.
Has L23 HLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 HLU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 HLU 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 L23 HLU find?
L23 HLU passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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