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Audi A4

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

L29 KEYMOT history

L29 KEY is a red diesel Audi A4 first used on 26 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L29 KEY red Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,454 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 KEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 KEY was last recorded at 84,454 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 2,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,135 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,319 miles
Average per year
4,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,454 miles
  • 2025 – 82,135 miles
  • 2024 – 79,365 miles
  • 2023 – 77,332 miles
  • 2022 – 74,300 miles
  • 2021 – 70,583 miles
  • 2020 – 67,014 miles
  • 2019 – 63,235 miles
  • 2018 – 57,409 miles
  • 2017 – 50,378 miles
  • 2016 – 43,809 miles
  • 2015 – 36,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,454 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicleRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,454 miles (+2,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,454 miles
    Test number
    748607163343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  2. Pass82,135 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,135 miles
    Test number
    444559280911
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  3. Fail82,134 miles (+2,769)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,134 miles
    Test number
    508309353624
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  4. Pass79,365 miles (+2,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    79,365 miles
    Test number
    599069013202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass77,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    358094402902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,332 miles (+3,032)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    703564495841
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass74,300 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,300 miles
    Test number
    745837052915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,583 miles (+3,569)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,583 miles
    Test number
    945535186479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  9. Pass67,014 miles (+3,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    67,014 miles
    Test number
    384407863788
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass63,235 miles (+5,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,235 miles
    Test number
    239463189513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass57,409 miles (+7,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,409 miles
    Test number
    240456115130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  12. Pass50,378 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,378 miles
    Test number
    812097203527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,366 miles (+6,557)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,366 miles
    Test number
    546869506742
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear has damage to outer side wall but no ply or cords showing

  14. Pass43,809 miles (+6,964)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,809 miles
    Test number
    100498189923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,845 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,845 miles
    Test number
    417793812099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L29 KEY

Does L29 KEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 KEY is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 KEY?
The MOT on L29 KEY is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 KEY done?
L29 KEY was recorded at 84,454 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,377 miles a year.
Has L29 KEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 KEY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L29 KEY 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 KEY find?
L29 KEY passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle.

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