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Audi A2

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,390 cc

L3 PUDMOT history

L3 PUD is a blue diesel Audi A2 first used on 19 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 176,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

L3 PUD blue Audi A2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
176,282 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 PUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A2
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 PUD was last recorded at 176,282 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,833 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
449 miles
Average per year
6,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,282 miles
  • 2025 – 175,833 miles
  • 2024 – 175,318 miles
  • 2023 – 173,459 miles
  • 2022 – 170,936 miles
  • 2021 – 168,745 miles
  • 2020 – 163,372 miles
  • 2019 – 154,795 miles
  • 2018 – 150,706 miles
  • 2017 – 143,745 miles
  • 2016 – 136,742 miles
  • 2015 – 131,199 miles
  • 2014 – 127,554 miles
  • 2012 – 123,330 miles
  • 2011 – 108,013 miles
  • 2010 – 91,333 miles
  • 2009 – 76,965 miles
  • 2008 – 62,090 miles
  • 2007 – 50,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,282 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen stone chipped.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,282 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    176,282 miles
    Test number
    589482216038
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail176,282 miles (+449)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,282 miles
    Test number
    186905660449
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass175,833 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    175,833 miles
    Test number
    360534569883
    • 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail175,833 miles (+515)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,833 miles
    Test number
    893297936145
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass175,318 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,318 miles
    Test number
    882616784130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail175,316 miles (+1,857)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,316 miles
    Test number
    786187993994
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield hanging down.

  7. Pass173,459 miles (+2,523)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,459 miles
    Test number
    847029922102
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass170,936 miles (+2,191)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    170,936 miles
    Test number
    926144805100
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass168,745 miles (+5,373)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    168,745 miles
    Test number
    829755169286
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass163,372 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    163,372 miles
    Test number
    397680269585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension top mount noisy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped.

  11. Fail163,372 miles (+8,577)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,372 miles
    Test number
    293559967209
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension top mount noisy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped.

  12. Pass154,795 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    154,795 miles
    Test number
    816384405250
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped.

  13. Fail154,792 miles (+4,086)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,792 miles
    Test number
    966949426225
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped.

  14. Pass150,706 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    150,706 miles
    Test number
    685908871101
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail150,706 miles (+6,961)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,706 miles
    Test number
    414314444412
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass143,745 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    143,745 miles
    Test number
    558559540723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops deteriorated (both)

  17. Fail143,745 miles (+7,003)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,745 miles
    Test number
    926897905735
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops deteriorated (both)

  18. Pass136,742 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,742 miles
    Test number
    465879008601
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail136,742 miles (+5,543)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,742 miles
    Test number
    686596542744
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass131,199 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    131,199 miles
    Test number
    649544035037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass127,554 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    127,554 miles
    Test number
    348155234005
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail127,537 miles (+4,207)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,537 miles
    Test number
    919701834046
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass123,330 miles (+17)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    123,330 miles
    Test number
    398486962311
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre sidewall

  24. Fail123,313 miles (+15,300)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,313 miles
    Test number
    889523552380
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre sidewall

  25. Pass108,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    618964551313
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Fail108,013 miles (+16,680)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    879434651322
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass91,333 miles (+14,368)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    91,333 miles
    Test number
    970614250358
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteTyre treads filled with ice and snow not allowing full inspection for cuts etc.

  28. Pass76,965 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    76,965 miles
    Test number
    370131059359
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  29. Fail76,965 miles (+14,875)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,965 miles
    Test number
    373330859306
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  30. Pass62,090 miles (+11,198)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    392954358381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear shock dust cover not attached to bump stop

  31. Pass50,892 miles (+6,552)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,892 miles
    Test number
    402175757457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass44,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,340 miles
    Test number
    231334537067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L3 PUD

Does L3 PUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 PUD is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 PUD?
The MOT on L3 PUD is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 PUD done?
L3 PUD was recorded at 176,282 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 6,945 miles a year.
Has L3 PUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 PUD has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 PUD 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 PUD find?
L3 PUD passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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