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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,595 cc

L2 RUEMOT history

L2 RUE is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 9 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

L2 RUE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,743 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 RUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 RUE was last recorded at 98,743 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,743 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,743 miles
  • 2025 – 97,467 miles
  • 2024 – 95,752 miles
  • 2023 – 93,623 miles
  • 2022 – 86,741 miles
  • 2021 – 75,084 miles
  • 2020 – 66,660 miles
  • 2019 – 55,345 miles
  • 2018 – 43,675 miles
  • 2017 – 31,418 miles
  • 2016 – 21,470 miles
  • 2015 – 13,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,743 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,743 miles
    Test number
    563507137160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,743 miles (+1,276)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,743 miles
    Test number
    173476465412
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,467 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,467 miles
    Test number
    345086484435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    95,752 miles
    Test number
    258175272331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,752 miles (+2,129)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,752 miles
    Test number
    214830457521
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass93,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,623 miles
    Test number
    379907234879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,623 miles (+6,882)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,623 miles
    Test number
    414553947415
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass86,741 miles (+11,657)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,741 miles
    Test number
    592149669102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,084 miles (+8,424)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,084 miles
    Test number
    452222364279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,660 miles (+11,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    66,660 miles
    Test number
    991111691912
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass55,345 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,345 miles
    Test number
    799153620905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,181 miles (+11,506)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,181 miles
    Test number
    963235274872
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass43,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    43,675 miles
    Test number
    298224373031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail43,675 miles (+12,257)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,675 miles
    Test number
    775570903386
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass31,418 miles (+9,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    31,418 miles
    Test number
    316606248187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass21,470 miles (+8,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    21,470 miles
    Test number
    628868682275
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass13,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,261 miles
    Test number
    537690795043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 RUE

Does L2 RUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 RUE is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 RUE?
The MOT on L2 RUE 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 L2 RUE done?
L2 RUE was recorded at 98,743 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 7,918 miles a year.
Has L2 RUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 RUE has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 RUE 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 L2 RUE find?
L2 RUE passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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