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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

L40 PLDMOT history

L40 PLD is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 22 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

L40 PLD black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
184,363 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 PLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 PLD was last recorded at 184,363 miles on 9 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,362 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,363 miles
  • 2024 – 179,355 miles
  • 2023 – 174,335 miles
  • 2022 – 170,462 miles
  • 2021 – 168,411 miles
  • 2020 – 164,248 miles
  • 2019 – 158,308 miles
  • 2018 – 153,204 miles
  • 2017 – 146,083 miles
  • 2016 – 140,615 miles
  • 2015 – 130,526 miles
  • 2014 – 121,061 miles
  • 2013 – 111,982 miles
  • 2012 – 102,652 miles
  • 2011 – 90,947 miles
  • 2009 – 56,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,363 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,363 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    184,363 miles
    Test number
    209175970619
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail184,362 miles (+5,007)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,362 miles
    Test number
    663643042095
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass179,355 miles (+5,020)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    179,355 miles
    Test number
    532455030670
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass174,335 miles (+3,873)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    174,335 miles
    Test number
    652809231222
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass170,462 miles (+2,051)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,462 miles
    Test number
    271589567011
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass168,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    168,411 miles
    Test number
    999936364334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,411 miles (+4,163)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,411 miles
    Test number
    247678770723
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass164,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    164,248 miles
    Test number
    102326668538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail164,248 miles (+5,940)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,248 miles
    Test number
    274769946398
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass158,308 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,308 miles
    Test number
    928581853678
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail158,307 miles (+5,103)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,307 miles
    Test number
    458353410720
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass153,204 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    153,204 miles
    Test number
    312194101048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail153,201 miles (+7,118)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,201 miles
    Test number
    836802252648
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass146,083 miles (+5,468)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    146,083 miles
    Test number
    893521126917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass140,615 miles (+10,089)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,615 miles
    Test number
    735136295539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass130,526 miles (+9,465)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,526 miles
    Test number
    588886455098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass121,061 miles (+59)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    121,061 miles
    Test number
    417406114022
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail121,002 miles (+9,020)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,002 miles
    Test number
    968704614001
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R BINDING
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass111,982 miles (+9,330)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    111,982 miles
    Test number
    468552923040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,652 miles (+11,705)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    102,652 miles
    Test number
    525380422094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,947 miles (+34,048)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,947 miles
    Test number
    937052831060
    • NoteN/s/f inner driveshaft gaiter split, rear tyres in very poor condition on inner edges.

  22. Pass56,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,899 miles
    Test number
    481318709498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 PLD

Does L40 PLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 PLD is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 PLD?
The MOT on L40 PLD is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 PLD done?
L40 PLD was recorded at 184,363 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 7,721 miles a year.
Has L40 PLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 PLD has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 PLD 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 PLD find?
L40 PLD passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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