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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L55 CLSMOT history

L55 CLS is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 18 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 42,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

L55 CLS black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
42,764 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 CLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 CLS was last recorded at 42,764 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 2,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
40,333 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,431 miles
Average per year
3,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,764 miles
  • 2025 – 40,333 miles
  • 2024 – 37,279 miles
  • 2023 – 34,015 miles
  • 2022 – 30,774 miles
  • 2021 – 27,750 miles
  • 2020 – 24,917 miles
  • 2019 – 22,088 miles
  • 2018 – 19,514 miles
  • 2017 – 16,073 miles
  • 2016 – 11,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,764 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass42,764 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    42,764 miles
    Test number
    286546382516
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail42,764 miles (+2,431)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,764 miles
    Test number
    347734828747
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass40,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    40,333 miles
    Test number
    541686300160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail40,333 miles (+3,054)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,333 miles
    Test number
    782480745285
    • DangerousNearside Rear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass37,279 miles (+3,264)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    37,279 miles
    Test number
    759357952220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass34,015 miles (+3,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    34,015 miles
    Test number
    976736976985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass30,774 miles (+3,024)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    30,774 miles
    Test number
    958541280404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,750 miles (+2,833)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    27,750 miles
    Test number
    503727913948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,917 miles (+2,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    24,917 miles
    Test number
    363590625975
    • 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))

  10. Pass22,088 miles (+2,574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    22,088 miles
    Test number
    767669156063
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))

  11. Pass19,514 miles (+3,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    19,514 miles
    Test number
    725459043027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass16,073 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    16,073 miles
    Test number
    240904882070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass11,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    11,258 miles
    Test number
    946112375923
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

Questions about L55 CLS

Does L55 CLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 CLS is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 CLS?
The MOT on L55 CLS is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 CLS done?
L55 CLS was recorded at 42,764 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 3,180 miles a year.
Has L55 CLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 CLS has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 CLS 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 L55 CLS find?
L55 CLS passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; under trays fitted.

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