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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

L5 VEUMOT history

L5 VEU is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 5 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 151,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L5 VEU black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
151,690 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 VEU
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
5 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 VEU was last recorded at 151,690 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,686 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,690 miles
  • 2025 – 149,487 miles
  • 2024 – 147,136 miles
  • 2023 – 142,674 miles
  • 2022 – 137,425 miles
  • 2021 – 135,166 miles
  • 2020 – 134,804 miles
  • 2019 – 130,795 miles
  • 2018 – 122,883 miles
  • 2017 – 115,035 miles
  • 2015 – 102,122 miles
  • 2014 – 90,945 miles
  • 2013 – 85,856 miles
  • 2012 – 79,097 miles
  • 2011 – 60,722 miles
  • 2010 – 49,329 miles
  • 2009 – 27,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,690 miles
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel pipes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • All front and rear suspension components corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,690 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    151,690 miles
    Test number
    302344038386
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail151,686 miles (+2,199)9 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,686 miles
    Test number
    875441676844
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,487 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,487 miles
    Test number
    164692016359
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components corroded.

  4. Fail149,485 miles (+2,349)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,485 miles
    Test number
    751803697981
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass147,136 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    147,136 miles
    Test number
    183959035038
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail147,134 miles (+4,460)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,134 miles
    Test number
    819023433807
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x 2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Pad warning wire disconnected

  7. Pass142,674 miles (+153)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    142,674 miles
    Test number
    364814864422
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryStone chip in zone (A) of windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has faint scratches

  8. Fail142,521 miles (+5,096)1 major1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,521 miles
    Test number
    137216883168
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryStone chip in zone (A) of windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has faint scratches

  9. Pass137,425 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    137,425 miles
    Test number
    890179658478
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has faint scratches in zone B not affecting drivers view

  10. Fail137,423 miles (+2,257)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,423 miles
    Test number
    436323346019
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has faint scratches in zone B not affecting drivers view

  11. Pass135,166 miles (+2)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,166 miles
    Test number
    266272847392
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view tiny stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 disc's corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

  12. Fail135,164 miles (+360)6 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,164 miles
    Test number
    207361683541
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view tiny stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 disc's corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

  13. Pass134,804 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,804 miles
    Test number
    267748190776
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail134,804 miles (+4,009)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,804 miles
    Test number
    991215577958
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass130,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,795 miles
    Test number
    847226162620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,795 miles (+7,912)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,795 miles
    Test number
    267219550711
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  17. Pass122,883 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,883 miles
    Test number
    916346913596
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting testers view

  18. Fail122,881 miles (+7,846)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,881 miles
    Test number
    341735289370
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting testers view

  19. Pass115,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,035 miles
    Test number
    300645411514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail115,035 miles (+12,913)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,035 miles
    Test number
    310612186015
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Pass102,122 miles (+11,177)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,122 miles
    Test number
    687039785025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,945 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,945 miles
    Test number
    136129694492
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass90,945 miles (+5,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,945 miles
    Test number
    198079794413
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass85,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,856 miles
    Test number
    175218943190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,851 miles (+6,754)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,851 miles
    Test number
    867668943188
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass79,097 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    79,097 miles
    Test number
    398224552167
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  27. Fail79,097 miles (+18,375)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,097 miles
    Test number
    967314452140
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  28. Pass60,722 miles (+11,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,722 miles
    Test number
    696752501120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass49,329 miles (+22,269)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,329 miles
    Test number
    164688490273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,060 miles
    Test number
    703828639345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail27,060 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,060 miles
    Test number
    442667939437
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Questions about L5 VEU

Does L5 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 VEU is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 VEU?
The MOT on L5 VEU 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 L5 VEU done?
L5 VEU was recorded at 151,690 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 7,425 miles a year.
Has L5 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 VEU has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 VEU 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 L5 VEU find?
L5 VEU passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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