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Audi A1

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LR12 MHVMOT history

LR12 MHV is a black diesel Audi A1 first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 118,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

LR12 MHV black Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A1, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
118,315 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 MHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 MHV was last recorded at 118,315 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 9,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,814 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,501 miles
Average per year
8,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,315 miles
  • 2025 – 108,814 miles
  • 2024 – 99,828 miles
  • 2023 – 91,069 miles
  • 2022 – 81,296 miles
  • 2021 – 72,701 miles
  • 2020 – 63,503 miles
  • 2019 – 55,046 miles
  • 2017 – 48,073 miles
  • 2016 – 37,235 miles
  • 2015 – 30,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,315 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,315 miles (+9,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    118,315 miles
    Test number
    849831951679
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass108,814 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,814 miles
    Test number
    728389591538
    • MinorCentral Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail108,814 miles (+8,986)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,814 miles
    Test number
    832046947357
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,828 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,828 miles
    Test number
    511150083604
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link: no play but rubber cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail99,827 miles (+8,758)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,827 miles
    Test number
    453900183337
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn play in top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn play in top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass91,069 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    419394728025
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail91,069 miles (+9,773)2 dangerous2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    312602210522
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass81,296 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,296 miles
    Test number
    717462054534
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from underside the vehicle. Further investigation needed to determine location. Advice to keep an eye on the engine oil level. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box outer skin peel (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides: rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside vehicle covering brake, suspension, and steering components.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing for full inspection

  9. Fail81,296 miles (+8,595)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,296 miles
    Test number
    832206316483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from underside the vehicle. Further investigation needed to determine location. Advice to keep an eye on the engine oil level. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box outer skin peel (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides: rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside vehicle covering brake, suspension, and steering components.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing for full inspection

  10. Pass72,701 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,701 miles
    Test number
    685091590636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail72,701 miles (+9,198)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,701 miles
    Test number
    979690195872
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass63,503 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,503 miles
    Test number
    477620367994
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail63,503 miles (+8,457)4 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,503 miles
    Test number
    999484190058
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass55,046 miles (+6,973)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,046 miles
    Test number
    549109674087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,073 miles (+10,838)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,073 miles
    Test number
    236284257179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,235 miles (+6,950)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,235 miles
    Test number
    959458723822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,285 miles
    Test number
    209915275486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR12 MHV

Does LR12 MHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 MHV is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 MHV?
The MOT on LR12 MHV is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 MHV done?
LR12 MHV was recorded at 118,315 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 8,234 miles a year.
Has LR12 MHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 MHV has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR12 MHV 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 MHV find?
LR12 MHV passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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