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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,197 cc

LS12 XMDMOT history

LS12 XMD is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LS12 XMD grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
123,290 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XMD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XMD was last recorded at 123,290 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 2,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
121,097 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,193 miles
Average per year
6,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,290 miles
  • 2025 – 121,097 miles
  • 2024 – 118,795 miles
  • 2023 – 117,438 miles
  • 2022 – 113,075 miles
  • 2021 – 106,276 miles
  • 2020 – 99,882 miles
  • 2019 – 92,632 miles
  • 2018 – 80,040 miles
  • 2017 – 70,297 miles
  • 2016 – 59,298 miles
  • 2015 – 48,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,290 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySuspension slightly corroded

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,290 miles (+2,193)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    123,290 miles
    Test number
    735183677904
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension slightly corroded
  2. Pass121,097 miles (+2,302)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    121,097 miles
    Test number
    798854154627
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  3. Pass118,795 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,795 miles
    Test number
    372490443679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,438 miles (+4,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    117,438 miles
    Test number
    214763039618
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Pass113,075 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,075 miles
    Test number
    609006152348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail113,075 miles (+6,799)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,075 miles
    Test number
    475996113874
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass106,276 miles (+6,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,276 miles
    Test number
    262235408549
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass99,882 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,882 miles
    Test number
    892846992050
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Fail99,882 miles (+7,250)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,882 miles
    Test number
    456245327370
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass92,632 miles (+12,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    932772254155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass80,040 miles (+9,743)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,040 miles
    Test number
    222236334520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,297 miles (+10,999)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,297 miles
    Test number
    308063431426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,298 miles (+10,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    506203735186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres getting low and worn on inside edges
  14. Pass48,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,635 miles
    Test number
    517003585044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LS12 XMD

Does LS12 XMD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XMD is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XMD?
The MOT on LS12 XMD is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XMD done?
LS12 XMD was recorded at 123,290 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 6,509 miles a year.
Has LS12 XMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XMD has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS12 XMD 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 XMD find?
LS12 XMD passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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