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Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

LA54 MLSMOT history

LA54 MLS is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 6 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 104,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

LA54 MLS grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
104,209 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA54 MLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
6 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA54 MLS was last recorded at 104,209 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,175 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
8,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,209 miles
  • 2025 – 96,465 miles
  • 2024 – 93,133 miles
  • 2023 – 89,956 miles
  • 2022 – 82,911 miles
  • 2021 – 77,344 miles
  • 2020 – 69,668 miles
  • 2019 – 60,141 miles
  • 2018 – 49,450 miles
  • 2017 – 38,721 miles
  • 2016 – 22,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,209 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened toe link (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened toe link (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,209 miles (+34)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    104,209 miles
    Test number
    712721480682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened toe link (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened toe link (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail104,175 miles (+7,710)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,175 miles
    Test number
    291805322598
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened toe link (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened toe link (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass96,465 miles (+3,332)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,465 miles
    Test number
    947887971121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,133 miles (+3,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    93,133 miles
    Test number
    832656703912
    • AdvisoryCar all covered up underneath
  5. Pass89,956 miles (+7,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,956 miles
    Test number
    591301926321
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass82,911 miles (+5,567)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,911 miles
    Test number
    499312473873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,344 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,344 miles
    Test number
    753588125446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,338 miles (+7,670)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,338 miles
    Test number
    269083883128
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass69,668 miles (+9,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,668 miles
    Test number
    462617713847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass60,141 miles (+10,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,141 miles
    Test number
    832413445259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass49,450 miles (+10,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,450 miles
    Test number
    452411585490
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  12. Pass38,721 miles (+15,741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,721 miles
    Test number
    682023270006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components
  13. Pass22,980 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    22,980 miles
    Test number
    378543426745
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Questions about LA54 MLS

Does LA54 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA54 MLS is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA54 MLS?
The MOT on LA54 MLS is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA54 MLS done?
LA54 MLS was recorded at 104,209 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 8,045 miles a year.
Has LA54 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA54 MLS has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LA54 MLS 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 LA54 MLS find?
LA54 MLS passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 6 more.

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