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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS12 XMGMOT history

LS12 XMG is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LS12 XMG blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,509 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XMG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XMG was last recorded at 97,509 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,504 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,509 miles
  • 2025 – 91,096 miles
  • 2024 – 83,802 miles
  • 2023 – 76,810 miles
  • 2022 – 69,524 miles
  • 2021 – 63,952 miles
  • 2020 – 60,067 miles
  • 2019 – 53,045 miles
  • 2018 – 45,898 miles
  • 2017 – 37,906 miles
  • 2016 – 30,908 miles
  • 2015 – 24,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,509 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust sleeve/ joiner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,509 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,509 miles
    Test number
    610871607721
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail97,504 miles (+6,408)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,504 miles
    Test number
    121968403794
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass91,096 miles (+36)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,096 miles
    Test number
    357711302773
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust sleeve/ joiner (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail91,060 miles (+7,258)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,060 miles
    Test number
    763251242989
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords + x2 nails in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust sleeve/ joiner (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass83,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,802 miles
    Test number
    942659180338
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail83,802 miles (+6,992)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,802 miles
    Test number
    638956830057
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass76,810 miles (+7,286)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,810 miles
    Test number
    608691849593
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass69,524 miles (+49)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,524 miles
    Test number
    876374179246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail69,475 miles (+5,523)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,475 miles
    Test number
    605251068654
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass63,952 miles (+3,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    63,952 miles
    Test number
    178282746227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides Ns and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides NS and OS
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass60,067 miles (+7,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,067 miles
    Test number
    434715455181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass53,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,045 miles
    Test number
    691907746195
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Fail53,045 miles (+7,147)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,045 miles
    Test number
    714951551152
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  14. Pass45,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,898 miles
    Test number
    652979162168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,898 miles (+7,992)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,898 miles
    Test number
    198646472379
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass37,906 miles (+6,998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    37,906 miles
    Test number
    590176193188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper deteriorated
  17. Pass30,908 miles (+6,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,908 miles
    Test number
    412185998467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass24,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,438 miles
    Test number
    605455385063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 XMG

Does LS12 XMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XMG is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XMG?
The MOT on LS12 XMG is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XMG done?
LS12 XMG was recorded at 97,509 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 6,623 miles a year.
Has LS12 XMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XMG has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XMG 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 XMG find?
LS12 XMG passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective sleeve; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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