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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

NV12 MLKMOT history

NV12 MLK is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 142,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
142,442 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NV12 MLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NV12 MLK was last recorded at 142,442 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,442 miles · 1 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,442 miles
  • 2025 – 133,770 miles
  • 2024 – 128,419 miles
  • 2023 – 122,475 miles
  • 2022 – 111,236 miles
  • 2021 – 102,669 miles
  • 2020 – 93,756 miles
  • 2019 – 85,490 miles
  • 2018 – 73,138 miles
  • 2017 – 58,375 miles
  • 2016 – 46,414 miles
  • 2015 – 34,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,442 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve corroded away (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner / outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,442 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    142,442 miles
    Test number
    249501171635
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner / outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail142,442 miles (+8,672)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,442 miles
    Test number
    117841802710
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner / outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass133,770 miles (+5,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    133,770 miles
    Test number
    706899778096
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle - Due to age - Not excessive

  4. Pass128,419 miles (+5,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,419 miles
    Test number
    688057414445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass122,475 miles (+11,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,475 miles
    Test number
    959525577770
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,236 miles (+8,567)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    847930550315
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,669 miles (+8,913)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,669 miles
    Test number
    454144261984
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass93,756 miles (+8,266)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    93,756 miles
    Test number
    248574971278
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,490 miles (+12,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,490 miles
    Test number
    850556417876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,138 miles (+14,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    73,138 miles
    Test number
    182183363029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass58,375 miles (+11,961)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,375 miles
    Test number
    530322609150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s front brake binding slightly

  12. Pass46,414 miles (+12,367)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,414 miles
    Test number
    516590135030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,047 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,047 miles
    Test number
    278488385168
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut to ouer side wall no cords exposed
    • NoteUnder trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Questions about NV12 MLK

Does NV12 MLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NV12 MLK is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on NV12 MLK?
The MOT on NV12 MLK is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NV12 MLK done?
NV12 MLK was recorded at 142,442 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 9,788 miles a year.
Has NV12 MLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NV12 MLK has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on NV12 MLK 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 NV12 MLK find?
NV12 MLK passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve corroded away; central front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner / outer edge, and 2 more.

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