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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

S15 LYAMOT history

S15 LYA is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 5 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 139,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

S15 LYA black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
139,081 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 LYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 LYA was last recorded at 139,081 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,850 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
231 miles
Average per year
7,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,081 miles
  • 2025 – 138,850 miles
  • 2024 – 123,158 miles
  • 2023 – 103,517 miles
  • 2022 – 82,762 miles
  • 2021 – 69,856 miles
  • 2020 – 65,401 miles
  • 2019 – 63,216 miles
  • 2018 – 59,576 miles
  • 2017 – 57,678 miles
  • 2016 – 54,281 miles
  • 2015 – 51,475 miles
  • 2014 – 45,380 miles
  • 2013 – 39,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,081 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    139,081 miles
    Test number
    732739310254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,081 miles (+231)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,081 miles
    Test number
    457271510532
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,850 miles
    Test number
    780951710493
    • 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))

  4. Fail138,850 miles (+15,692)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,850 miles
    Test number
    488276788640
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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))

  5. Pass123,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    123,158 miles
    Test number
    633611451163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,153 miles (+19,636)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,153 miles
    Test number
    421766346072
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass103,517 miles (+20,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,517 miles
    Test number
    903133733084
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,762 miles (+12,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,762 miles
    Test number
    167324165434
    • 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))

  9. Pass69,856 miles (+4,455)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    730287918470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,401 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,401 miles
    Test number
    545610017881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass63,216 miles (+3,640)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,216 miles
    Test number
    438800371956
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass59,576 miles (+1,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,576 miles
    Test number
    209394392892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass57,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,678 miles
    Test number
    909096863187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail57,678 miles (+3,397)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,678 miles
    Test number
    588745785924
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass54,281 miles (+2,806)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    54,281 miles
    Test number
    325328217076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,475 miles
    Test number
    199399805412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,470 miles (+6,090)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,470 miles
    Test number
    739959105035
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass45,380 miles (+5,542)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,380 miles
    Test number
    326867304025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,838 miles
    Test number
    198734513034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 LYA

Does S15 LYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 LYA is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 LYA?
The MOT on S15 LYA is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 LYA done?
S15 LYA was recorded at 139,081 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 7,251 miles a year.
Has S15 LYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 LYA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S15 LYA 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 S15 LYA find?
S15 LYA passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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