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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LP12 DTKMOT history

LP12 DTK is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LP12 DTK silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
111,812 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DTK was last recorded at 111,812 miles on 22 May 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,803 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,812 miles
  • 2025 – 99,615 miles
  • 2024 – 72,994 miles
  • 2023 – 71,432 miles
  • 2022 – 67,390 miles
  • 2021 – 60,963 miles
  • 2020 – 55,513 miles
  • 2019 – 49,645 miles
  • 2018 – 44,260 miles
  • 2017 – 39,027 miles
  • 2016 – 33,550 miles
  • 2015 – 26,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,812 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both control arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,812 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,812 miles
    Test number
    561015256467
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both control arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,812 miles (+9)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,812 miles
    Test number
    285757330901
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both control arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,803 miles (+12,188)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,803 miles
    Test number
    973571386630
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,615 miles (+26,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,615 miles
    Test number
    639024704955
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass72,994 miles (+1,562)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,994 miles
    Test number
    963278386426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,432 miles (+4,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,432 miles
    Test number
    810020309025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall [ marked for reference] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,390 miles
    Test number
    658118659582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail67,390 miles (+6,427)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,390 miles
    Test number
    850279570720
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass60,963 miles (+5,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,963 miles
    Test number
    785567759759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin with limited view through wheels (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass55,513 miles (+5,868)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,513 miles
    Test number
    289112825482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on 2.57 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on 2.18 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on 2.84 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on 2.57 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass49,645 miles (+5,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,645 miles
    Test number
    374541358617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass44,260 miles (+5,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,260 miles
    Test number
    847170949234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass39,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,027 miles
    Test number
    465936276415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,027 miles (+5,477)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,027 miles
    Test number
    148188817831
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass33,550 miles (+6,606)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,550 miles
    Test number
    730771680614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    26,944 miles
    Test number
    614522716062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,944 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,944 miles
    Test number
    781824824631
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Questions about LP12 DTK

Does LP12 DTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DTK is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DTK?
The MOT on LP12 DTK is valid until 23 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 DTK done?
LP12 DTK was recorded at 111,812 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 7,876 miles a year.
Has LP12 DTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DTK has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DTK 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 DTK find?
LP12 DTK passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both control arm bushes..

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