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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

LM16 YXUMOT history

LM16 YXU is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 140,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LM16 YXU black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,351 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 YXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 YXU was last recorded at 140,351 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 18,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
121,395 miles · 12 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
18,956 miles
Average per year
11,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,351 miles
  • 2024 – 121,395 miles
  • 2023 – 97,545 miles
  • 2022 – 83,228 miles
  • 2021 – 71,495 miles
  • 2019 – 58,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,351 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 9 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,351 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,351 miles
    Test number
    517266288304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail140,349 miles (+18,954)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,349 miles
    Test number
    975189961940
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass121,395 miles (+9,978)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    121,395 miles
    Test number
    488574824961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,417 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,417 miles
    Test number
    176093733669
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail111,417 miles (+13,872)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,417 miles
    Test number
    325072937561
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass97,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,545 miles
    Test number
    876221131238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail97,545 miles (+14,317)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,545 miles
    Test number
    671092144149
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass83,228 miles (+11,733)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,228 miles
    Test number
    925372408804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,495 miles (+12,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,495 miles
    Test number
    433446990547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass58,948 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,948 miles
    Test number
    621951469065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

Questions about LM16 YXU

Does LM16 YXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 YXU is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 YXU?
The MOT on LM16 YXU is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 YXU done?
LM16 YXU was recorded at 140,351 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 11,994 miles a year.
Has LM16 YXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 YXU has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 YXU 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 LM16 YXU find?
LM16 YXU passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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