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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L3 DALMOT history

L3 DAL is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 13 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

L3 DAL white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,587 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 DAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 DAL was last recorded at 95,587 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 6,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,972 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,615 miles
Average per year
5,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,587 miles
  • 2025 – 88,972 miles
  • 2024 – 82,199 miles
  • 2023 – 76,548 miles
  • 2022 – 69,935 miles
  • 2021 – 62,498 miles
  • 2020 – 57,558 miles
  • 2019 – 51,280 miles
  • 2018 – 44,463 miles
  • 2017 – 39,262 miles
  • 2016 – 34,267 miles
  • 2015 – 28,260 miles
  • 2014 – 22,495 miles
  • 2013 – 18,589 miles
  • 2012 – 14,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,587 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryMetal object in offside rear tyre

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 Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,587 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,587 miles
    Test number
    762993006400
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal object in offside rear tyre

  2. Fail95,587 miles (+6,615)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,587 miles
    Test number
    752772655282
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal object in offside rear tyre

  3. Pass88,972 miles (+6,773)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,972 miles
    Test number
    594463585032
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,199 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,199 miles
    Test number
    873187200462
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  5. Fail82,199 miles (+5,651)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,199 miles
    Test number
    256623332219
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass76,548 miles (+6,613)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    603957865304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,935 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    724579566214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slight damage outer sidewall

  8. Fail69,935 miles (+7,437)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    185577902493
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slight damage outer sidewall

  9. Pass62,498 miles (+4,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,498 miles
    Test number
    363533267303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass57,558 miles (+6,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,558 miles
    Test number
    505003027165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass51,280 miles (+6,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,280 miles
    Test number
    836009921127
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre rubber deteriorated

  12. Pass44,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    398953607806
    • AdvisoryDamage offside front tyre outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords, and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre rubber starting to deteriorate

  13. Fail44,463 miles (+5,201)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    591157745235
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDamage offside front tyre outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords, and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre rubber starting to deteriorate

  14. Pass39,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,262 miles
    Test number
    155785411959
    • AdvisoryDamage offside front tyre outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

  15. Fail39,262 miles (+4,995)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,262 miles
    Test number
    897758060363
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDamage offside front tyre outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

  16. Pass34,267 miles (+6,007)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,267 miles
    Test number
    515630873914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,260 miles (+5,765)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,260 miles
    Test number
    106289365428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,495 miles (+3,906)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,495 miles
    Test number
    185992874423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,589 miles (+4,463)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    18,589 miles
    Test number
    937326563008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,126 miles
    Test number
    318767662053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 DAL

Does L3 DAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 DAL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 DAL?
The MOT on L3 DAL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 DAL done?
L3 DAL was recorded at 95,587 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,777 miles a year.
Has L3 DAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 DAL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 DAL 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 L3 DAL find?
L3 DAL passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; metal object in offside rear tyre.

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