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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

L3 PSLMOT history

L3 PSL is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 123,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

L3 PSL red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,241 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 PSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 PSL was last recorded at 123,241 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 1,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,041 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,200 miles
Average per year
6,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,241 miles
  • 2025 – 122,041 miles
  • 2024 – 119,903 miles
  • 2023 – 117,317 miles
  • 2022 – 114,420 miles
  • 2021 – 104,524 miles
  • 2020 – 79,895 miles
  • 2019 – 76,180 miles
  • 2018 – 74,681 miles
  • 2017 – 72,356 miles
  • 2016 – 69,955 miles
  • 2014 – 46,023 miles
  • 2013 – 38,022 miles
  • 2012 – 30,870 miles
  • 2011 – 23,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,241 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,241 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,241 miles
    Test number
    933148455282
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  2. Fail123,241 miles (+1,200)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,241 miles
    Test number
    261591309534
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  3. Pass122,041 miles (+2,138)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    782852039819
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass119,903 miles (+2,586)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,903 miles
    Test number
    334536917658
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass117,317 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,317 miles
    Test number
    126844206636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,420 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    862867443017
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball pin boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball pin boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall small cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake sticking on
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured o/s and n/a going white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFloor cover fitted obscuring some components

  7. Fail114,420 miles (+9,896)2 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    356446287722
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball pin boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball pin boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall small cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake sticking on
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured o/s and n/a going white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFloor cover fitted obscuring some components

  8. Pass104,524 miles (+24,629)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,524 miles
    Test number
    265652876731
    • MinorNearside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,895 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,895 miles
    Test number
    924378979039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,180 miles (+1,499)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    76,180 miles
    Test number
    726369591187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,681 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,681 miles
    Test number
    289072093703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,356 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,356 miles
    Test number
    858971392422
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail72,352 miles (+2,397)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    998542951686
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass69,955 miles (+23,932)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,955 miles
    Test number
    956126759042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,023 miles (+8,001)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,023 miles
    Test number
    766990604151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,022 miles (+7,152)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,022 miles
    Test number
    848314593041
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail30,870 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,870 miles
    Test number
    115766392477
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteWipers poor

  18. Pass30,870 miles (+7,868)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,870 miles
    Test number
    659486092003
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteWipers poor

  19. Pass23,002 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,002 miles
    Test number
    795735291035
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking between treads

Questions about L3 PSL

Does L3 PSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 PSL is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 PSL?
The MOT on L3 PSL is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 PSL done?
L3 PSL was recorded at 123,241 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 6,610 miles a year.
Has L3 PSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 PSL has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 PSL 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 PSL find?
L3 PSL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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