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Audi A3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T26 LEWMOT history

T26 LEW is a white diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 165,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
165,142 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 LEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 LEW was last recorded at 165,142 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 3,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,134 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,008 miles
Average per year
11,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,142 miles
  • 2025 – 162,134 miles
  • 2023 – 149,919 miles
  • 2021 – 127,292 miles
  • 2020 – 107,852 miles
  • 2019 – 90,536 miles
  • 2018 – 77,806 miles
  • 2017 – 56,065 miles
  • 2016 – 40,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,142 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    165,142 miles
    Test number
    197664429866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail165,142 miles (+3,008)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,142 miles
    Test number
    817962050969
    • DangerousBonded suspension unit insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed Door strap insecure (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass162,134 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    162,134 miles
    Test number
    424572474702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail162,131 miles (+12,212)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,131 miles
    Test number
    596136511715
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability both (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass149,919 miles (+22,627)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,919 miles
    Test number
    419865024825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,292 miles (+19,440)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,292 miles
    Test number
    618273151192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,852 miles (+17,316)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,852 miles
    Test number
    628362020191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,536 miles (+12,730)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,536 miles
    Test number
    193274950215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    522372872550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,806 miles (+21,741)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    312783963291
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass56,065 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,065 miles
    Test number
    687451216198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,045 miles (+15,176)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,045 miles
    Test number
    705406353616
    • FailureRear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

  13. Pass40,869 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,869 miles
    Test number
    603449076241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail40,833 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,833 miles
    Test number
    175186038797
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T26 LEW

Does T26 LEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 LEW is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 LEW?
The MOT on T26 LEW is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 LEW done?
T26 LEW was recorded at 165,142 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 11,775 miles a year.
Has T26 LEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 LEW has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T26 LEW 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 T26 LEW find?
T26 LEW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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