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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 UCRMOT history

LP12 UCR is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 23 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 155,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

LP12 UCR black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
155,972 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 UCR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 UCR was last recorded at 155,972 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 9,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,838 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,134 miles
Average per year
10,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,972 miles
  • 2025 – 146,838 miles
  • 2024 – 144,262 miles
  • 2023 – 140,334 miles
  • 2022 – 136,740 miles
  • 2021 – 119,289 miles
  • 2020 – 109,843 miles
  • 2019 – 102,032 miles
  • 2018 – 96,566 miles
  • 2017 – 74,571 miles
  • 2016 – 59,835 miles
  • 2015 – 40,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,972 miles

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.

  • Slight corrosion evident on under body and components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,972 miles (+9,134)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    155,972 miles
    Test number
    507074639140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass146,838 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,838 miles
    Test number
    126218057644
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  3. Fail146,832 miles (+2,570)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,832 miles
    Test number
    882520423033
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  4. Pass144,262 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,262 miles
    Test number
    128706664606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,334 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,334 miles
    Test number
    723216737945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,740 miles (+371)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    136,740 miles
    Test number
    668471210504
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail136,369 miles (+17,080)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,369 miles
    Test number
    351231279944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass119,289 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,289 miles
    Test number
    287154008401
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail119,289 miles (+9,446)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,289 miles
    Test number
    797873460605
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass109,843 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,843 miles
    Test number
    958277882033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,842 miles (+7,810)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,842 miles
    Test number
    693819053963
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass102,032 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,032 miles
    Test number
    141231118035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,566 miles (+21,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,566 miles
    Test number
    524296274843
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on the inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres stepped

  14. Pass74,571 miles (+14,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,571 miles
    Test number
    490769199516
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass59,835 miles (+19,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,835 miles
    Test number
    393280696697
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres sawtoothing at inner edges

  16. Pass40,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,406 miles
    Test number
    508191665197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 UCR

Does LP12 UCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 UCR is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 UCR?
The MOT on LP12 UCR is valid until 1 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 UCR done?
LP12 UCR was recorded at 155,972 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 10,336 miles a year.
Has LP12 UCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 UCR has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 UCR 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 UCR find?
LP12 UCR passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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