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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,968 cc

L29 LAEMOT history

L29 LAE is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 31 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 182,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

L29 LAE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
182,424 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 LAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 LAE was last recorded at 182,424 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,412 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
9,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,424 miles
  • 2025 – 181,822 miles
  • 2021 – 177,813 miles
  • 2020 – 164,295 miles
  • 2019 – 153,795 miles
  • 2018 – 149,189 miles
  • 2017 – 137,633 miles
  • 2016 – 131,760 miles
  • 2015 – 123,932 miles
  • 2014 – 115,469 miles
  • 2013 – 103,942 miles
  • 2012 – 100,373 miles
  • 2011 – 82,553 miles
  • 2010 – 54,092 miles
  • 2009 – 24,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,424 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear chassis rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,424 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    182,424 miles
    Test number
    733420504118
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail182,412 miles (+590)1 dangerous10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,412 miles
    Test number
    438836314600
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipe poorly secured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator stopped working briefly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers poorly adjusted

  3. Pass181,822 miles (+4,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,822 miles
    Test number
    611838413609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass177,813 miles (+8,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    177,813 miles
    Test number
    427731162496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,678 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    169,678 miles
    Test number
    984995957335
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis rusty

  6. Fail169,674 miles (+5,379)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,674 miles
    Test number
    812429302661
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis rusty

  7. Pass164,295 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    164,295 miles
    Test number
    728138888083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail164,111 miles (+10,316)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,111 miles
    Test number
    160177202466
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass153,795 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    153,795 miles
    Test number
    711262259180
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail153,795 miles (+4,606)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,795 miles
    Test number
    471744813726
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass149,189 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    149,189 miles
    Test number
    794709312587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail149,167 miles (+11,534)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,167 miles
    Test number
    938227059050
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass137,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,633 miles
    Test number
    892090388960
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail137,633 miles (+5,873)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,633 miles
    Test number
    250172920853
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass131,760 miles (+7,828)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    131,760 miles
    Test number
    922848317714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,932 miles (+8,463)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    123,932 miles
    Test number
    145818455449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,469 miles (+11,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    115,469 miles
    Test number
    989406634034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass103,942 miles (+3,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    103,942 miles
    Test number
    338150743017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass100,373 miles (+17,820)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    100,373 miles
    Test number
    455290482003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass82,553 miles (+28,461)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    318638861048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,092 miles (+29,806)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,092 miles
    Test number
    800071380061
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn close to the wear indicators

  22. Pass24,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,286 miles
    Test number
    121828079075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L29 LAE

Does L29 LAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 LAE is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 LAE?
The MOT on L29 LAE is valid until 13 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 LAE done?
L29 LAE was recorded at 182,424 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 9,131 miles a year.
Has L29 LAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 LAE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L29 LAE 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 LAE find?
L29 LAE passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective n/s o/s; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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