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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L40 SEAMOT history

L40 SEA is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 140,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

L40 SEA white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
140,452 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SEA was last recorded at 140,452 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 6,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,249 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,203 miles
Average per year
10,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,452 miles
  • 2025 – 134,249 miles
  • 2024 – 126,494 miles
  • 2023 – 119,502 miles
  • 2022 – 112,010 miles
  • 2021 – 101,604 miles
  • 2020 – 90,382 miles
  • 2019 – 77,671 miles
  • 2018 – 57,054 miles
  • 2016 – 35,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,452 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,452 miles (+6,203)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    140,452 miles
    Test number
    594504196643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,249 miles (+7,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,249 miles
    Test number
    241996338238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,494 miles (+6,992)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    126,494 miles
    Test number
    202581143659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    119,502 miles
    Test number
    128238723156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner side wall has cut in [no cords showing]
    • AdvisoryEngine lower cover front half missing
    • AdvisoryFan belt half missing

  5. Fail119,502 miles (+7,492)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,502 miles
    Test number
    708228687646
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner side wall has cut in [no cords showing]
    • AdvisoryEngine lower cover front half missing
    • AdvisoryFan belt half missing

  6. Pass112,010 miles (+10,406)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    112,010 miles
    Test number
    705467065648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,604 miles (+11,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,604 miles
    Test number
    185196859563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass90,382 miles (+12,711)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    90,382 miles
    Test number
    140274105305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,671 miles (+20,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    77,671 miles
    Test number
    784244949720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass57,054 miles (+21,347)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,054 miles
    Test number
    612539707657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,707 miles
    Test number
    191368110721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,707 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,707 miles
    Test number
    363685148305
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L40 SEA

Does L40 SEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SEA is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SEA?
The MOT on L40 SEA is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 SEA done?
L40 SEA was recorded at 140,452 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 10,869 miles a year.
Has L40 SEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SEA has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L40 SEA 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 SEA find?
L40 SEA passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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