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Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,984 cc

L8 ECNMOT history

L8 ECN is a grey petrol Audi Q3 first used on 26 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 110,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

L8 ECN grey Audi Q3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi Q3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
110,656 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 ECN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
Q3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 ECN was last recorded at 110,656 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,652 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,656 miles
  • 2025 – 98,453 miles
  • 2024 – 88,498 miles
  • 2023 – 77,377 miles
  • 2022 – 70,562 miles
  • 2021 – 61,551 miles
  • 2020 – 56,793 miles
  • 2019 – 51,471 miles
  • 2018 – 45,216 miles
  • 2017 – 38,116 miles
  • 2016 – 30,339 miles
  • 2015 – 22,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,656 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not correctly located in seating mountRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays- obscuring view of some componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front coil spring not correctly located in seat. Strongly advise looking at

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,656 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    110,656 miles
    Test number
    689793920573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not correctly located in seating mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays- obscuring view of some components

  2. Fail110,652 miles (+12,199)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,652 miles
    Test number
    224232726897
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not correctly located in seating mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays- obscuring view of some components

  3. Pass98,453 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,453 miles
    Test number
    726651594232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not correctly located in seat. Strongly advise looking at
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

  4. Fail98,449 miles (+9,951)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,449 miles
    Test number
    757603488152
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not correctly located in seat. Strongly advise looking at
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edge + perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

  5. Pass88,498 miles (+11,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,498 miles
    Test number
    413596612142
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass77,377 miles (+6,815)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,377 miles
    Test number
    361285909711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,562 miles (+9,011)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,562 miles
    Test number
    443072091833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,551 miles
    Test number
    149921139188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,551 miles (+4,758)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,551 miles
    Test number
    344068283024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass56,793 miles (+5,322)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,793 miles
    Test number
    355688133202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,471 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,471 miles
    Test number
    897302131499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,470 miles (+6,254)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,470 miles
    Test number
    640077070706
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass45,216 miles (+7,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,216 miles
    Test number
    260063629321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slight cut on tread, not to cords

  14. Pass38,116 miles (+7,777)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    38,116 miles
    Test number
    930703716116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass30,339 miles (+7,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,339 miles
    Test number
    756739131396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass22,578 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,578 miles
    Test number
    155102115124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about L8 ECN

Does L8 ECN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 ECN is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 ECN?
The MOT on L8 ECN is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 ECN done?
L8 ECN was recorded at 110,656 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 7,833 miles a year.
Has L8 ECN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 ECN has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 ECN 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 L8 ECN find?
L8 ECN passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring not correctly located in seating mount; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; undertrays- obscuring view of some components.

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