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Audi A1

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,390 cc

L40 DLDMOT history

L40 DLD is a white petrol Audi A1 first used on 6 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L40 DLD white Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A1, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,848 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
6 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DLD was last recorded at 103,848 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 8,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
95,109 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,739 miles
Average per year
7,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,848 miles
  • 2025 – 95,109 miles
  • 2024 – 87,974 miles
  • 2023 – 81,978 miles
  • 2022 – 75,422 miles
  • 2021 – 68,755 miles
  • 2020 – 64,677 miles
  • 2019 – 57,376 miles
  • 2018 – 48,792 miles
  • 2017 – 37,293 miles
  • 2016 – 25,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,848 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,848 miles
    Test number
    288822555245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail103,848 miles (+8,739)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,848 miles
    Test number
    660218440546
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass95,109 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    95,109 miles
    Test number
    111954216042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under protective coating (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail95,107 miles (+7,133)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    336935001354
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under protective coating (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass87,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,974 miles
    Test number
    884973482355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail87,974 miles (+5,996)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,974 miles
    Test number
    794974110497
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass81,978 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,978 miles
    Test number
    696061384641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing thin on inner edge

  8. Fail81,978 miles (+6,556)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,978 miles
    Test number
    364621054115
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing thin on inner edge

  9. Pass75,422 miles (+6,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,422 miles
    Test number
    800528544521
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension wishbone lower arms, load bush bonding starting to fail
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes are binding on

  10. Pass68,755 miles (+4,078)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,755 miles
    Test number
    845383895854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,677 miles (+7,301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,677 miles
    Test number
    178105548175
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded + weak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn to 3mm

  12. Pass57,376 miles (+8,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,376 miles
    Test number
    247941371844
    • AdvisoryRear brakes corroded and close to limits

  13. Pass48,792 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,792 miles
    Test number
    312838934229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,457 miles (+11,164)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,457 miles
    Test number
    353966090719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,293 miles (+11,675)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    37,293 miles
    Test number
    294015078190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,618 miles
    Test number
    939520647078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 DLD

Does L40 DLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DLD is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DLD?
The MOT on L40 DLD is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DLD done?
L40 DLD was recorded at 103,848 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 7,416 miles a year.
Has L40 DLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 DLD has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 DLD 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 L40 DLD find?
L40 DLD passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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