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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L7 MCEMOT history

L7 MCE is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 20 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 86,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

L7 MCE red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,927 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 MCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 MCE was last recorded at 86,927 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 4,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,016 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,911 miles
Average per year
6,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,927 miles
  • 2025 – 82,016 miles
  • 2024 – 76,205 miles
  • 2023 – 71,528 miles
  • 2022 – 66,891 miles
  • 2021 – 63,275 miles
  • 2020 – 60,106 miles
  • 2019 – 49,223 miles
  • 2018 – 38,846 miles
  • 2017 – 28,137 miles
  • 2016 – 17,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,927 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deterioration developing rear number plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 15 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,927 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,927 miles
    Test number
    291162584679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail86,927 miles (+4,911)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,927 miles
    Test number
    811476253328
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass82,016 miles (+5,811)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,016 miles
    Test number
    122260840384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,205 miles (+4,677)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    867920296755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass71,528 miles (+4,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,528 miles
    Test number
    488915301382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass66,891 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,891 miles
    Test number
    254831427512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,275 miles (+3,169)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,275 miles
    Test number
    384041028945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,106 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,106 miles
    Test number
    676753207056
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deterioration developing rear number plate (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail60,104 miles (+10,881)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,104 miles
    Test number
    316025864692
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to cords inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some unevenness recorded rear brakes hand & foot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deterioration developing rear number plate (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass49,223 miles (+10,377)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,223 miles
    Test number
    880122874741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,846 miles (+10,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,846 miles
    Test number
    907412648342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  12. Pass28,137 miles (+10,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    28,137 miles
    Test number
    195317814285
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Puncture
  13. Pass17,978 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,978 miles
    Test number
    722058865841
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present/developing rear brake discs- discs considered poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearing legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearing legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 MCE

Does L7 MCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 MCE is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 MCE?
The MOT on L7 MCE is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 MCE done?
L7 MCE was recorded at 86,927 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 6,694 miles a year.
Has L7 MCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 MCE has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 MCE 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 L7 MCE find?
L7 MCE passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear upper coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear upper coil spring corroded.

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