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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

L8 GXLMOT history

L8 GXL is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2025.

L8 GXL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
128,433 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 GXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 GXL was last recorded at 128,433 miles on 27 Dec 2025, 7,009 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,424 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,009 miles
Average per year
7,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,433 miles
  • 2024 – 115,852 miles
  • 2023 – 104,859 miles
  • 2022 – 93,224 miles
  • 2021 – 88,257 miles
  • 2020 – 83,375 miles
  • 2019 – 76,703 miles
  • 2017 – 71,374 miles
  • 2016 – 59,150 miles
  • 2015 – 50,234 miles
  • 2014 – 42,588 miles
  • 2013 – 35,607 miles
  • 2012 – 27,827 miles
  • 2011 – 21,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,433 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front damaged front fender
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass128,433 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    128,433 miles
    Test number
    770838370999
    • AdvisoryOffside Front damaged front fender
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail128,433 miles (+7,009)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,433 miles
    Test number
    767140018820
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front damaged front fender
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass121,424 miles (+5,572)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    121,424 miles
    Test number
    378179431724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,852 miles (+10,993)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,852 miles
    Test number
    135987648548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,859 miles (+11,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    104,859 miles
    Test number
    784800125623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass93,224 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,224 miles
    Test number
    482091344401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail93,128 miles (+4,871)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,128 miles
    Test number
    971398863659
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass88,257 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,257 miles
    Test number
    447019052699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,375 miles (+6,672)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,375 miles
    Test number
    442052632323
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass76,703 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    76,703 miles
    Test number
    190137289914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Fail76,700 miles (+5,326)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,700 miles
    Test number
    570989869915
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  12. Pass71,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,374 miles
    Test number
    275567944618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,374 miles (+12,224)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,374 miles
    Test number
    377709468393
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets blocked (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass59,150 miles (+8,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,150 miles
    Test number
    716699655206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass50,234 miles (+7,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,234 miles
    Test number
    575570655180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass42,588 miles (+6,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,588 miles
    Test number
    726303914199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail35,607 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,607 miles
    Test number
    565318533162
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  18. Pass35,607 miles (+7,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,607 miles
    Test number
    816238533100
    • 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)

  19. Pass27,827 miles (+6,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,827 miles
    Test number
    198350242116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass21,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,176 miles
    Test number
    689570831175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 GXL

Does L8 GXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 GXL is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 GXL?
The MOT on L8 GXL is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 GXL done?
L8 GXL was recorded at 128,433 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2025, an average of 7,329 miles a year.
Has L8 GXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 GXL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 GXL 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 GXL find?
L8 GXL passed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front damaged front fender; rear exhaust noisy.

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