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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LS12 HNBMOT history

LS12 HNB is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LS12 HNB blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,257 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 HNB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 HNB was last recorded at 115,257 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 4,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,935 miles · 10 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,322 miles
Average per year
7,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,257 miles
  • 2024 – 110,935 miles
  • 2023 – 103,056 miles
  • 2022 – 96,895 miles
  • 2021 – 90,214 miles
  • 2020 – 83,499 miles
  • 2019 – 76,892 miles
  • 2018 – 59,989 miles
  • 2017 – 47,845 miles
  • 2016 – 37,983 miles
  • 2015 – 28,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,257 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,257 miles
    Test number
    748792870312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
  2. FailMileage not read5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    138634313628
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside 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 dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass110,935 miles (+7,879)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,935 miles
    Test number
    673293472500
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated holed and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass103,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,056 miles
    Test number
    965979781719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail103,056 miles (+6,161)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,056 miles
    Test number
    692568901518
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass96,895 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,895 miles
    Test number
    902272451217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail96,894 miles (+6,680)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,894 miles
    Test number
    600935085400
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass90,214 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    90,214 miles
    Test number
    997946765499
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seats and belts
  9. Fail90,211 miles (+6,712)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,211 miles
    Test number
    275793427172
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust snapped (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seats and belts
  10. Pass83,499 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,499 miles
    Test number
    942348258342
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded (Centre sleeve)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail83,497 miles (+6,605)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,497 miles
    Test number
    523623445729
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded (Centre sleeve)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass76,892 miles (+16,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,892 miles
    Test number
    488433271961
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle passed emissions test but no print out produced due to low emissions
  13. Pass59,989 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,989 miles
    Test number
    428276529719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,977 miles (+12,132)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    665644645226
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  15. Pass47,845 miles (+9,862)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,845 miles
    Test number
    483732635173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,983 miles (+9,180)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,983 miles
    Test number
    719315448112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,803 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    28,803 miles
    Test number
    435226355070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,801 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,801 miles
    Test number
    115575955096
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Questions about LS12 HNB

Does LS12 HNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 HNB is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 HNB?
The MOT on LS12 HNB is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 HNB done?
LS12 HNB was recorded at 115,257 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 7,950 miles a year.
Has LS12 HNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 HNB has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 HNB 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 HNB find?
LS12 HNB passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside.

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