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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,197 cc

LS12 EBMMOT history

LS12 EBM is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 7 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LS12 EBM black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,286 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 EBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 EBM was last recorded at 88,286 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,272 miles · 31 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
6,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,286 miles
  • 2024 – 85,977 miles
  • 2023 – 81,826 miles
  • 2022 – 76,824 miles
  • 2021 – 72,156 miles
  • 2020 – 66,115 miles
  • 2019 – 60,345 miles
  • 2018 – 52,887 miles
  • 2017 – 43,514 miles
  • 2016 – 34,399 miles
  • 2015 – 20,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,286 miles
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,286 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,286 miles
    Test number
    842229842841
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail88,272 miles (+2,295)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,272 miles
    Test number
    143705553304
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass85,977 miles (+4,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    85,977 miles
    Test number
    851182667938
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass81,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,826 miles
    Test number
    829427105891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,826 miles (+5,002)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,826 miles
    Test number
    900942422385
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass76,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,824 miles
    Test number
    555479423965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,824 miles (+4,668)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,824 miles
    Test number
    646326288540
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass72,156 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,156 miles
    Test number
    187238806788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,115 miles
    Test number
    361217756574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,114 miles (+5,769)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,114 miles
    Test number
    144878350516
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass60,345 miles (+7,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,345 miles
    Test number
    970688141727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass52,887 miles (+9,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    52,887 miles
    Test number
    886711606263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass43,514 miles (+9,115)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,514 miles
    Test number
    643317199908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,399 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,399 miles
    Test number
    519654907345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,663 miles (+7,780)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,663 miles
    Test number
    374526602344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,883 miles
    Test number
    839376565013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail20,883 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,883 miles
    Test number
    749256265099
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 EBM

Does LS12 EBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 EBM is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 EBM?
The MOT on LS12 EBM is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 EBM done?
LS12 EBM was recorded at 88,286 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 6,176 miles a year.
Has LS12 EBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 EBM has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 EBM 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 LS12 EBM find?
LS12 EBM passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/f and n/s/f.

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