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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

L23 NLHMOT history

L23 NLH is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 13 Jan 2015. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 161,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

L23 NLH red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
161,273 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 NLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
13 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 NLH was last recorded at 161,273 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 4,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
156,951 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,322 miles
Average per year
11,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,273 miles
  • 2025 – 156,951 miles
  • 2024 – 147,613 miles
  • 2023 – 136,680 miles
  • 2022 – 125,281 miles
  • 2021 – 113,824 miles
  • 2020 – 104,481 miles
  • 2019 – 93,713 miles
  • 2017 – 71,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,273 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    161,273 miles
    Test number
    484046094054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail161,273 miles (+4,322)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,273 miles
    Test number
    330282914473
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass156,951 miles (+9,338)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    156,951 miles
    Test number
    957749059359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,613 miles
    Test number
    845133021948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail147,613 miles (+10,933)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,613 miles
    Test number
    154732354770
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass136,680 miles (+11,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,680 miles
    Test number
    112785240563
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/Engine Covers obscuring testable items

  7. Pass125,281 miles (+11,457)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,281 miles
    Test number
    866141303503
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber wear too edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers obscuring testable components & prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers obscuring testable components

  8. Pass113,824 miles (+9,343)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,824 miles
    Test number
    839999886906
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  9. Pass104,481 miles (+10,768)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,481 miles
    Test number
    429860930278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,713 miles (+22,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,713 miles
    Test number
    956826499356
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass71,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,652 miles
    Test number
    121217578019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,652 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,652 miles
    Test number
    829205721987
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Questions about L23 NLH

Does L23 NLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 NLH is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 NLH?
The MOT on L23 NLH is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 NLH done?
L23 NLH was recorded at 161,273 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 11,081 miles a year.
Has L23 NLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 NLH has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 NLH 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 NLH find?
L23 NLH passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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