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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LD08 EFWMOT history

LD08 EFW is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 5 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LD08 EFW silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
162,314 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 EFW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 EFW was last recorded at 162,314 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 11,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,095 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,219 miles
Average per year
8,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,314 miles
  • 2025 – 151,095 miles
  • 2024 – 141,446 miles
  • 2023 – 131,822 miles
  • 2022 – 113,406 miles
  • 2021 – 104,870 miles
  • 2019 – 92,676 miles
  • 2018 – 88,496 miles
  • 2017 – 84,322 miles
  • 2016 – 78,075 miles
  • 2015 – 71,242 miles
  • 2014 – 65,288 miles
  • 2013 – 58,784 miles
  • 2012 – 55,688 miles
  • 2011 – 41,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,314 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    162,314 miles
    Test number
    158728061970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail162,314 miles (+11,219)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,314 miles
    Test number
    517944308528
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre Nail/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass151,095 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,095 miles
    Test number
    710464062718
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail151,094 miles (+9,648)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,094 miles
    Test number
    439491323718
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass141,446 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,446 miles
    Test number
    595379452298
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail141,445 miles (+9,623)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,445 miles
    Test number
    940884603079
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass131,822 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,822 miles
    Test number
    965329331612
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Badly damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Fail131,822 miles (+18,416)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,822 miles
    Test number
    475691625373
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Badly damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass113,406 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,406 miles
    Test number
    701339090330
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail113,406 miles (+8,536)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,406 miles
    Test number
    617258899319
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass104,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,870 miles
    Test number
    449610698610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,870 miles (+12,194)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,870 miles
    Test number
    839690671616
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass92,676 miles (+4,180)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,676 miles
    Test number
    274028818936
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre side-wall damaged

  14. Pass88,496 miles (+4,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,496 miles
    Test number
    761684651880
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass84,322 miles (+6,247)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,322 miles
    Test number
    144683123798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

  16. Pass78,075 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,075 miles
    Test number
    243149196946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,242 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,242 miles
    Test number
    179127715185
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  18. Pass71,242 miles (+5,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,242 miles
    Test number
    655847415142
    • 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)

  19. Pass65,288 miles (+6,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,288 miles
    Test number
    308485534130
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass58,784 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,784 miles
    Test number
    816751743143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,688 miles (+14,055)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    429436252418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,633 miles
    Test number
    438774051393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 EFW

Does LD08 EFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 EFW is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 EFW?
The MOT on LD08 EFW is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 EFW done?
LD08 EFW was recorded at 162,314 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 8,485 miles a year.
Has LD08 EFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 EFW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 EFW 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 LD08 EFW find?
LD08 EFW passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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