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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LP12 DSXMOT history

LP12 DSX is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 107,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

LP12 DSX silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
107,192 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DSX was last recorded at 107,192 miles on 23 May 2026, 310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,882 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
310 miles
Average per year
7,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,192 miles
  • 2025 – 101,509 miles
  • 2024 – 97,588 miles
  • 2023 – 97,487 miles
  • 2022 – 95,173 miles
  • 2021 – 88,171 miles
  • 2020 – 81,727 miles
  • 2019 – 69,941 miles
  • 2018 – 59,660 miles
  • 2017 – 49,665 miles
  • 2016 – 36,935 miles
  • 2015 – 27,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,192 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded 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

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,192 miles (+310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    107,192 miles
    Test number
    304952113662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail106,882 miles (+5,373)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,882 miles
    Test number
    587959119776
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,509 miles
    Test number
    950089551417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,509 miles (+3,921)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,509 miles
    Test number
    171146709462
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 pir (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,588 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,588 miles
    Test number
    698742945677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,487 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,487 miles
    Test number
    852825599416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,173 miles (+7,002)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    197581789515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,171 miles (+6,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    88,171 miles
    Test number
    313556098824
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass81,727 miles (+11,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    733355603564
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass69,941 miles (+10,281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,941 miles
    Test number
    314455958271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,660 miles (+9,995)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,660 miles
    Test number
    887283076711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,665 miles (+12,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,665 miles
    Test number
    477982785272
    • AdvisoryNo smoke reading detected

  13. Pass36,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,935 miles
    Test number
    604268137537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,935 miles (+9,266)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,935 miles
    Test number
    665314989809
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass27,669 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,669 miles
    Test number
    177865255192
    • NoteNo smoke reading detected

  16. Fail27,663 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,663 miles
    Test number
    815825655184
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo smoke reading detected

Questions about LP12 DSX

Does LP12 DSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DSX is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DSX?
The MOT on LP12 DSX is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DSX done?
LP12 DSX was recorded at 107,192 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 7,251 miles a year.
Has LP12 DSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DSX has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DSX 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 DSX find?
LP12 DSX passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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