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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LA12 UTTMOT history

LA12 UTT is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 19 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LA12 UTT white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,293 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 UTT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 UTT was last recorded at 100,293 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,757 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,536 miles
Average per year
6,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,293 miles
  • 2025 – 97,757 miles
  • 2024 – 93,192 miles
  • 2023 – 89,046 miles
  • 2022 – 82,714 miles
  • 2021 – 75,822 miles
  • 2020 – 68,761 miles
  • 2019 – 61,282 miles
  • 2018 – 52,232 miles
  • 2017 – 43,878 miles
  • 2016 – 35,807 miles
  • 2015 – 27,104 miles
  • 2014 – 19,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,293 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,293 miles (+2,536)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,293 miles
    Test number
    589808269395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass97,757 miles (+4,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,757 miles
    Test number
    785416681611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,192 miles (+4,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,192 miles
    Test number
    291245748161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass89,046 miles (+6,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,046 miles
    Test number
    549215018964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass82,714 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,714 miles
    Test number
    567015933984
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded/Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail82,711 miles (+6,889)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,711 miles
    Test number
    538561283289
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted Unbonded From Backing plate (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded/Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,822 miles
    Test number
    119972272802
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail75,822 miles (+7,061)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,822 miles
    Test number
    255501846587
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply exposed / 1.6mm- tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass68,761 miles (+7,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    68,761 miles
    Test number
    874412459615
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass61,282 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    403867607089
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail61,282 miles (+9,050)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    127506470512
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass52,232 miles (+8,354)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,232 miles
    Test number
    330985426954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,878 miles
    Test number
    390999124927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,875 miles (+8,068)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,875 miles
    Test number
    487494833767
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc clip missing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass35,807 miles (+8,703)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,807 miles
    Test number
    871264515917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,104 miles (+7,687)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,104 miles
    Test number
    309754485160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    19,417 miles
    Test number
    856021194141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA12 UTT

Does LA12 UTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 UTT is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 UTT?
The MOT on LA12 UTT is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 UTT done?
LA12 UTT was recorded at 100,293 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 6,734 miles a year.
Has LA12 UTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 UTT has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LA12 UTT 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 LA12 UTT find?
LA12 UTT passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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