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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

L29 DWEMOT history

L29 DWE is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 31 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 126,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L29 DWE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,912 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 DWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
31 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 DWE was last recorded at 126,912 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 5,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,314 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,598 miles
Average per year
10,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,912 miles
  • 2025 – 121,314 miles
  • 2024 – 113,333 miles
  • 2023 – 100,049 miles
  • 2022 – 87,403 miles
  • 2021 – 74,623 miles
  • 2020 – 63,594 miles
  • 2019 – 49,019 miles
  • 2018 – 34,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,912 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum markRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Water ingress and plate slightly tinted (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Water ingress and plate slightly tinted (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f , o/s/r and n/s/r tyres perished / cracking

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.

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 16 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,912 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,912 miles
    Test number
    123684420130
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum mark
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Water ingress and plate slightly tinted (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Water ingress and plate slightly tinted (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f , o/s/r and n/s/r tyres perished / cracking

  2. Fail126,912 miles (+5,598)1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,912 miles
    Test number
    537478238663
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum mark
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Water ingress and plate slightly tinted (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Water ingress and plate slightly tinted (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass121,314 miles (+7,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,314 miles
    Test number
    818752650017
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear, reg plates have a slight tint (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil just on the dip stick

  4. Pass113,333 miles (+13,284)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,333 miles
    Test number
    853955040540
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seats, seatbelts and boot space

  5. Pass100,049 miles (+12,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    100,049 miles
    Test number
    330167365165
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum

  6. Pass87,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,403 miles
    Test number
    753872382971
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail87,402 miles (+12,779)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,402 miles
    Test number
    974960568981
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum mark
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass74,623 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,623 miles
    Test number
    445184520526
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail74,606 miles (+11,012)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,606 miles
    Test number
    592037940407
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40 R18 92Y (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  10. Pass63,594 miles (+14,575)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,594 miles
    Test number
    238459115992
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass49,019 miles (+14,417)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,019 miles
    Test number
    150225929711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,602 miles
    Test number
    964806399891
    • AdvisoryZero emissions recorded

Questions about L29 DWE

Does L29 DWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 DWE is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 DWE?
The MOT on L29 DWE is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 DWE done?
L29 DWE was recorded at 126,912 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 10,751 miles a year.
Has L29 DWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 DWE has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L29 DWE 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 L29 DWE find?
L29 DWE passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; engine oil level on minimum mark; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread water ingress and plate slightly tinted, and 5 more.

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