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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LS12 HSGMOT history

LS12 HSG is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 141,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

LS12 HSG blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,925 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 HSG
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
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 HSG was last recorded at 141,925 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 2,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
139,334 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,591 miles
Average per year
9,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,925 miles
  • 2025 – 139,334 miles
  • 2023 – 133,639 miles
  • 2021 – 118,579 miles
  • 2020 – 108,184 miles
  • 2019 – 84,838 miles
  • 2018 – 67,712 miles
  • 2017 – 60,587 miles
  • 2016 – 49,630 miles
  • 2015 – 42,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,925 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,925 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,925 miles
    Test number
    956687529483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail141,925 miles (+2,591)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,925 miles
    Test number
    653903720186
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass139,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,334 miles
    Test number
    916279105552
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,334 miles (+5,695)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,334 miles
    Test number
    303342162424
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,639 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,639 miles
    Test number
    938451523219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail133,637 miles (+3,405)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,637 miles
    Test number
    307580487521
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure both front (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass130,232 miles (+11,653)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    130,232 miles
    Test number
    691862873547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    118,579 miles
    Test number
    263574990067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail118,579 miles (+10,395)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,579 miles
    Test number
    707577770401
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    303278775103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,184 miles (+23,346)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    375331089050
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass84,838 miles (+17,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,838 miles
    Test number
    325761334189
    • AdvisoryBonnet Covers & Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strong Advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass67,712 miles (+7,125)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,712 miles
    Test number
    716780718429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,587 miles (+10,957)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,587 miles
    Test number
    996625770906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,630 miles (+6,881)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,630 miles
    Test number
    511031993035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,749 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,749 miles
    Test number
    746765375022
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 HSG

Does LS12 HSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 HSG is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 HSG?
The MOT on LS12 HSG is valid until 2 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 HSG done?
LS12 HSG was recorded at 141,925 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 9,180 miles a year.
Has LS12 HSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 HSG has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 HSG 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 HSG find?
LS12 HSG passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear.

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