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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

L3 NHJMOT history

L3 NHJ is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 79,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

L3 NHJ blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,637 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 NHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 NHJ was last recorded at 79,637 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 7,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,680 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,957 miles
Average per year
5,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,637 miles
  • 2025 – 71,680 miles
  • 2024 – 63,966 miles
  • 2023 – 57,075 miles
  • 2022 – 52,873 miles
  • 2021 – 48,409 miles
  • 2020 – 43,649 miles
  • 2019 – 42,146 miles
  • 2018 – 41,648 miles
  • 2017 – 39,748 miles
  • 2016 – 24,801 miles
  • 2015 – 22,292 miles
  • 2014 – 17,521 miles
  • 2013 – 13,506 miles
  • 2012 – 5,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,637 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside spring arm(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,637 miles (+7,957)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,637 miles
    Test number
    620186433669
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass71,680 miles (+7,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    71,680 miles
    Test number
    570008230823
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside spring arm(s) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass63,966 miles (+6,891)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    63,966 miles
    Test number
    570638982574
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside spring arm(s) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass57,075 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,075 miles
    Test number
    333480224896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail57,075 miles (+4,202)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,075 miles
    Test number
    144568328320
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass52,873 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    52,873 miles
    Test number
    431839020785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,409 miles
    Test number
    153576545414
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail48,409 miles (+4,760)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,409 miles
    Test number
    129931301920
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass43,649 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    43,649 miles
    Test number
    241784428233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,146 miles (+498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    42,146 miles
    Test number
    468651756093
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass41,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,648 miles
    Test number
    922100347345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail41,639 miles (+1,891)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,639 miles
    Test number
    745541457723
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass39,748 miles (+5,574)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,748 miles
    Test number
    982119852869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    34,174 miles
    Test number
    479000593214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail34,170 miles (+9,369)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,170 miles
    Test number
    684158829940
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass24,801 miles (+2,509)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    24,801 miles
    Test number
    110425088568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,292 miles (+4,771)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    22,292 miles
    Test number
    468719915093
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low and perrished

  18. Pass17,521 miles (+4,015)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,521 miles
    Test number
    239281824007
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass13,506 miles (+8,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    13,506 miles
    Test number
    619219323026
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass5,392 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    5,392 miles
    Test number
    298301822034
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteESP Light on

  21. Fail5,390 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,390 miles
    Test number
    126810022404
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteESP Light on

Questions about L3 NHJ

Does L3 NHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 NHJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 NHJ?
The MOT on L3 NHJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 NHJ done?
L3 NHJ was recorded at 79,637 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,064 miles a year.
Has L3 NHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 NHJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L3 NHJ 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 NHJ find?
L3 NHJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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