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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

L30 KDLMOT history

L30 KDL is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 4 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 208,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L30 KDL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
208,967 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 KDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 KDL was last recorded at 208,967 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 8,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,824 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,143 miles
Average per year
10,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,967 miles
  • 2025 – 200,824 miles
  • 2024 – 193,900 miles
  • 2023 – 186,913 miles
  • 2022 – 172,752 miles
  • 2021 – 154,361 miles
  • 2020 – 143,246 miles
  • 2019 – 136,057 miles
  • 2018 – 126,399 miles
  • 2017 – 115,251 miles
  • 2016 – 105,418 miles
  • 2015 – 92,322 miles
  • 2014 – 80,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,967 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Under trays fitted to underneath of vehicle obstructing view of components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,967 miles (+8,143)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    208,967 miles
    Test number
    995266062382
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass200,824 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    200,824 miles
    Test number
    197170559002
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to underneath of vehicle obstructing view of components

  3. Fail200,824 miles (+6,924)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,824 miles
    Test number
    734495279084
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to underneath of vehicle obstructing view of components

  4. Pass193,900 miles (+356)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,900 miles
    Test number
    967704771967
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to underneath of vehicle obstructing view of components

  5. Fail193,544 miles (+6,631)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,544 miles
    Test number
    877811885786
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to underneath of vehicle obstructing view of components

  6. Pass186,913 miles (+14,161)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    186,913 miles
    Test number
    311464616262
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome parts and body have been sprayed on the underside .I recommend a full treatment be applied

  7. Pass172,752 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    172,752 miles
    Test number
    470899177592
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Door Handle Modified But Still Operational
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail172,752 miles (+18,391)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,752 miles
    Test number
    536975070509
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Door Handle Modified But Still Operational
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass154,361 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    154,361 miles
    Test number
    677701837129
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail154,361 miles (+11,115)3 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,361 miles
    Test number
    380624393044
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass143,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    143,246 miles
    Test number
    939424563562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,246 miles (+7,189)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,246 miles
    Test number
    968099975655
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass136,057 miles (+9,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    136,057 miles
    Test number
    805629103727
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass126,399 miles (+11,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,399 miles
    Test number
    638372876725
    • AdvisoryFront under tray loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass115,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,251 miles
    Test number
    219317318977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail118,251 miles (+12,833)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,251 miles
    Test number
    235292412723
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass105,418 miles (+13,096)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    105,418 miles
    Test number
    175690090090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    92,322 miles
    Test number
    755318105207
    • 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)

  19. Fail92,322 miles (+11,703)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,322 miles
    Test number
    349976805207
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  20. Pass80,619 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,619 miles
    Test number
    379386304405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,166 miles
    Test number
    508093184189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L30 KDL

Does L30 KDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 KDL is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 KDL?
The MOT on L30 KDL is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 KDL done?
L30 KDL was recorded at 208,967 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 10,673 miles a year.
Has L30 KDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 KDL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 KDL 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 L30 KDL find?
L30 KDL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension.

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