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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

L4 BJYMOT history

L4 BJY is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 4 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

L4 BJY black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
82,888 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 BJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
4 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 BJY was last recorded at 82,888 miles on 19 May 2026, 1,435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,453 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,435 miles
Average per year
3,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,888 miles
  • 2025 – 81,453 miles
  • 2024 – 79,698 miles
  • 2023 – 78,007 miles
  • 2022 – 74,153 miles
  • 2021 – 69,160 miles
  • 2020 – 66,177 miles
  • 2019 – 63,364 miles
  • 2018 – 60,186 miles
  • 2017 – 55,687 miles
  • 2016 – 50,933 miles
  • 2015 – 46,021 miles
  • 2014 – 40,738 miles
  • 2013 – 34,516 miles
  • 2012 – 29,817 miles
  • 2011 – 27,550 miles
  • 2010 – 24,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,888 miles
    Test number
    133565534960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,888 miles (+1,435)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,888 miles
    Test number
    526960226477
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

  3. Pass81,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,453 miles
    Test number
    296884390142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,450 miles (+1,752)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,450 miles
    Test number
    880136521998
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,698 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,698 miles
    Test number
    293140665879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,007 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,007 miles
    Test number
    434612860598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shoxs outer plastic shrouds loose

  7. Fail78,000 miles (+3,847)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,000 miles
    Test number
    412346157270
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shoxs outer plastic shrouds loose

  8. Pass74,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,153 miles
    Test number
    626364935972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,149 miles (+4,989)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,149 miles
    Test number
    437003799462
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass69,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    937686185852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,153 miles (+2,976)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,153 miles
    Test number
    740248711633
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value 0.9 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges. 205/55R1+6. 91V Event (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  12. Pass66,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,177 miles
    Test number
    274049788377
    • 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))

  13. Fail66,177 miles (+2,813)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,177 miles
    Test number
    268558371047
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  14. Pass63,364 miles (+3,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    63,364 miles
    Test number
    292497473234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  15. Pass60,186 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,186 miles
    Test number
    372962934515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,687 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,687 miles
    Test number
    561059917034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,628 miles (+4,695)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,628 miles
    Test number
    503389765354
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass50,933 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,933 miles
    Test number
    865168856650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,021 miles (+5,283)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,021 miles
    Test number
    257179915415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,738 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,738 miles
    Test number
    209447644477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,516 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,516 miles
    Test number
    738363543121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,817 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,817 miles
    Test number
    285600952173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,550 miles (+3,222)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    27,550 miles
    Test number
    207166711128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear screen washer innopp

  24. Pass24,328 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,328 miles
    Test number
    442697010108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L4 BJY

Does L4 BJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 BJY is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 BJY?
The MOT on L4 BJY is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 BJY done?
L4 BJY was recorded at 82,888 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,646 miles a year.
Has L4 BJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 BJY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 BJY 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 L4 BJY find?
L4 BJY passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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