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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LR12 DKDMOT history

LR12 DKD is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 6 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 103,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LR12 DKD black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
103,957 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 DKD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 DKD was last recorded at 103,957 miles on 11 May 2026, 11,989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,968 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11,989 miles
Average per year
8,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,957 miles
  • 2025 – 91,968 miles
  • 2024 – 79,602 miles
  • 2022 – 68,166 miles
  • 2021 – 55,847 miles
  • 2020 – 32,671 miles
  • 2019 – 24,064 miles
  • 2017 – 20,685 miles
  • 2016 – 16,855 miles
  • 2015 – 13,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,957 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,957 miles (+11,989)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,957 miles
    Test number
    230724799409
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Pass91,968 miles (+12,366)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    91,968 miles
    Test number
    901284405249
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass79,602 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    79,602 miles
    Test number
    670399801768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Fail79,585 miles (+11,419)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    688474702811
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass68,166 miles (+12,319)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,166 miles
    Test number
    723538232193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,847 miles
    Test number
    532817433514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,847 miles (+23,176)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,847 miles
    Test number
    201804991149
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass32,671 miles (+8,607)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    32,671 miles
    Test number
    377832681997
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass24,064 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    24,064 miles
    Test number
    582222878332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,685 miles (+3,830)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    20,685 miles
    Test number
    424281060465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished cracking badly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished cracking badly
  11. Pass16,855 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    16,855 miles
    Test number
    705730962520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass13,253 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    13,253 miles
    Test number
    997589959239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    10,598 miles
    Test number
    615275015024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR12 DKD

Does LR12 DKD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 DKD is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 DKD?
The MOT on LR12 DKD is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 DKD done?
LR12 DKD was recorded at 103,957 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 8,249 miles a year.
Has LR12 DKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 DKD has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR12 DKD 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 LR12 DKD find?
LR12 DKD passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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