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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

L70 DONMOT history

L70 DON is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 152,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

L70 DON red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
152,432 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 DON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 DON was last recorded at 152,432 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 2,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,052 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,380 miles
Average per year
8,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,432 miles
  • 2025 – 150,052 miles
  • 2024 – 147,349 miles
  • 2023 – 142,968 miles
  • 2022 – 139,308 miles
  • 2021 – 134,322 miles
  • 2020 – 131,151 miles
  • 2019 – 119,780 miles
  • 2018 – 106,591 miles
  • 2017 – 87,662 miles
  • 2016 – 72,361 miles
  • 2015 – 58,221 miles
  • 2014 – 47,858 miles
  • 2013 – 38,773 miles
  • 2012 – 30,475 miles
  • 2011 – 21,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,432 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,432 miles (+2,380)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    152,432 miles
    Test number
    645795933630
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,052 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    150,052 miles
    Test number
    922351892476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  3. Fail150,052 miles (+2,703)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,052 miles
    Test number
    753367573598
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass147,349 miles (+4,381)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    147,349 miles
    Test number
    952311426342
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,968 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,968 miles
    Test number
    360131061766
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail142,966 miles (+3,658)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,966 miles
    Test number
    340855272628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,308 miles (+4,986)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    139,308 miles
    Test number
    286717606076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,322 miles (+3,171)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,322 miles
    Test number
    555223746517
    • MinorRegistration 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass131,151 miles (+1)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,151 miles
    Test number
    126492386616
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail131,150 miles (+11,370)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,150 miles
    Test number
    208998953856
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass119,780 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,780 miles
    Test number
    120339663339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail119,779 miles (+13,188)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,779 miles
    Test number
    462502375132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass106,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,591 miles
    Test number
    247115287434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,591 miles (+18,929)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,591 miles
    Test number
    370454189906
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass87,662 miles (+15,301)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    902856569192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,361 miles (+14,140)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,361 miles
    Test number
    645103432594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,221 miles (+10,363)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,221 miles
    Test number
    215365235172
    • NoteCrack in screen not in testers view

  18. Pass47,858 miles (+9,085)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,858 miles
    Test number
    739957634120
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  19. Pass38,773 miles (+8,298)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,773 miles
    Test number
    566491633177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,475 miles (+8,664)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,475 miles
    Test number
    978551232163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake disc pads - wear appear low.

  21. Pass21,811 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,811 miles
    Test number
    577170231131
    • NoteFront brake disc pads - wear appear low.

Questions about L70 DON

Does L70 DON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 DON is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 DON?
The MOT on L70 DON is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 DON done?
L70 DON was recorded at 152,432 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 8,468 miles a year.
Has L70 DON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 DON has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 DON 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 L70 DON find?
L70 DON passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; nearside rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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