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Audi A2

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,422 cc

L3 LAOMOT history

L3 LAO is a green diesel Audi A2 first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

L3 LAO green Audi A2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,679 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 LAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A2
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 LAO was last recorded at 121,679 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 2,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,066 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,613 miles
Average per year
5,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,679 miles
  • 2025 – 119,066 miles
  • 2024 – 115,435 miles
  • 2023 – 107,843 miles
  • 2022 – 102,983 miles
  • 2021 – 96,780 miles
  • 2020 – 91,033 miles
  • 2019 – 84,787 miles
  • 2018 – 76,231 miles
  • 2017 – 65,855 miles
  • 2016 – 53,137 miles
  • 2015 – 49,809 miles
  • 2012 – 49,679 miles
  • 2011 – 43,003 miles
  • 2010 – 26,659 miles
  • 2009 – 20,797 miles
  • 2008 – 19,967 miles
  • 2007 – 18,830 miles
  • 2006 – 17,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,679 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm left

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,679 miles
    Test number
    958327395777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,679 miles (+2,613)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,679 miles
    Test number
    952548276796
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axle (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,066 miles
    Test number
    419423659861
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail119,066 miles (+3,631)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,066 miles
    Test number
    996593946491
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass115,435 miles (+7,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,435 miles
    Test number
    521830950261
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass107,843 miles (+4,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    107,843 miles
    Test number
    735931308054
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,983 miles (+1,329)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,983 miles
    Test number
    114110312130
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass101,654 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,654 miles
    Test number
    253524155435
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail101,654 miles (+4,874)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,654 miles
    Test number
    855875243506
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm left (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,780 miles
    Test number
    389676898257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,780 miles (+5,747)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,780 miles
    Test number
    293957880870
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    993430779757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,033 miles (+6,246)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    834866411827
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm left outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm left (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass84,787 miles (+8,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    413530320740
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear shocks corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  15. Pass76,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    76,231 miles
    Test number
    389541219772
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail76,231 miles (+10,376)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,231 miles
    Test number
    613548836008
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,855 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,855 miles
    Test number
    485219030190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some parts

  18. Fail65,855 miles (+12,718)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,855 miles
    Test number
    202093011402
    • DangerousNearside 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limits (2mm on inner edge) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some parts

  19. Pass53,137 miles (+3,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,137 miles
    Test number
    334380956405
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  20. Pass49,809 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,809 miles
    Test number
    509131645084
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail49,808 miles (+129)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,808 miles
    Test number
    118047835023
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass49,679 miles (+6,676)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,679 miles
    Test number
    347806982292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,003 miles (+16,344)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,003 miles
    Test number
    496510191240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F inner cv boot leaking grease slightly

  24. Fail26,659 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,659 miles
    Test number
    512168480296
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Pass26,659 miles (+5,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,659 miles
    Test number
    592078780226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass20,797 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,797 miles
    Test number
    324807189457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,967 miles
    Test number
    703143178262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail19,967 miles (+1,137)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,967 miles
    Test number
    790293378246
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  29. Pass18,830 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    18,830 miles
    Test number
    800430297221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    17,890 miles
    Test number
    513085386289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 LAO

Does L3 LAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 LAO is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 LAO?
The MOT on L3 LAO is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 LAO done?
L3 LAO was recorded at 121,679 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 5,354 miles a year.
Has L3 LAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 LAO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 LAO 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 LAO find?
L3 LAO passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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