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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

L23 LMRMOT history

L23 LMR is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 10 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 120,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

L23 LMR white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
120,255 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 LMR
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
10 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 LMR was last recorded at 120,255 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 9,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,917 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,338 miles
Average per year
8,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,255 miles
  • 2024 – 101,861 miles
  • 2023 – 92,747 miles
  • 2022 – 83,138 miles
  • 2021 – 79,500 miles
  • 2020 – 71,354 miles
  • 2019 – 62,134 miles
  • 2018 – 52,465 miles
  • 2017 – 45,692 miles
  • 2016 – 39,346 miles
  • 2015 – 32,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,255 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped. (3.2 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,255 miles (+9,338)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    120,255 miles
    Test number
    115706568775
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,917 miles (+9,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    110,917 miles
    Test number
    534854094820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit plus worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass101,861 miles (+9,114)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,861 miles
    Test number
    779505874538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,747 miles (+9,609)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,747 miles
    Test number
    958541087504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,138 miles
    Test number
    340615927249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Fail83,138 miles (+3,638)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,138 miles
    Test number
    235723103314
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN CLOSE TO LIMIT ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN CLOSE TO LIMIT ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass79,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    79,500 miles
    Test number
    213046747424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,500 miles (+8,146)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,500 miles
    Test number
    560836778938
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,354 miles (+9,220)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    71,354 miles
    Test number
    294541841242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    62,134 miles
    Test number
    526327402885
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail62,134 miles (+9,669)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,134 miles
    Test number
    329585402279
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light is reads N/S/F tyre low pressure

  12. Pass52,465 miles (+6,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,465 miles
    Test number
    612729010930
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass45,692 miles (+6,346)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,692 miles
    Test number
    815498534698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,346 miles (+7,271)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,346 miles
    Test number
    597127422083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    32,075 miles
    Test number
    775380848699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 LMR

Does L23 LMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 LMR is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 LMR?
The MOT on L23 LMR is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 LMR done?
L23 LMR was recorded at 120,255 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 8,686 miles a year.
Has L23 LMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 LMR has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L23 LMR 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 LMR find?
L23 LMR passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped..

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