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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 DSUMOT history

LP12 DSU is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LP12 DSU grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,015 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DSU was last recorded at 131,015 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,012 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,015 miles
  • 2025 – 125,930 miles
  • 2024 – 116,165 miles
  • 2023 – 102,103 miles
  • 2022 – 88,502 miles
  • 2021 – 73,774 miles
  • 2020 – 68,615 miles
  • 2019 – 62,658 miles
  • 2018 – 53,593 miles
  • 2017 – 45,069 miles
  • 2015 – 30,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,015 miles
  • AdvisoryAll coil springs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is excessively worn on inner edge and close to ply/cords being exposedRecorded 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 tyre worn in inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,015 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,015 miles
    Test number
    954911277649
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is excessively worn on inner edge and close to ply/cords being exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn in inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail131,012 miles (+5,082)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,012 miles
    Test number
    989379164068
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is excessively worn on inner edge and close to ply/cords being exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn in inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,930 miles (+9,765)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,930 miles
    Test number
    612210209344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,165 miles (+14,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,165 miles
    Test number
    192450794087
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    102,103 miles
    Test number
    652887503529
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail102,103 miles (+13,601)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,103 miles
    Test number
    540396633999
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass88,502 miles (+14,728)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    88,502 miles
    Test number
    980465610272
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass73,774 miles (+5,159)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,774 miles
    Test number
    921075170930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,615 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,615 miles
    Test number
    320802690299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,658 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    481941024676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,307 miles (+8,714)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,307 miles
    Test number
    411900043169
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass53,593 miles (+8,524)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,593 miles
    Test number
    587936796660
    • AdvisoryBonnet Covers & Under-trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner/Outer Shoulder Wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner/Outer Shoulder Wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns/os (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass45,069 miles (+14,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,069 miles
    Test number
    483429153586
    • AdvisoryBonnet covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass30,656 miles (+1,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    30,656 miles
    Test number
    451282605209
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  15. Pass28,715 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,715 miles
    Test number
    966548065089
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP12 DSU

Does LP12 DSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DSU is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DSU?
The MOT on LP12 DSU is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DSU done?
LP12 DSU was recorded at 131,015 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 8,896 miles a year.
Has LP12 DSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DSU has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DSU 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 LP12 DSU find?
LP12 DSU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: all coil springs corroded; nearside rear tyre is excessively worn on inner edge and close to ply/cords being exposed; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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