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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

V16 CLAMOT history

V16 CLA is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 25 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 11 MOT tests, with 177,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

V16 CLA black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
177,681 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
11
11 passed · 0 failed
Per year
13,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 CLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 CLA was last recorded at 177,681 miles on 27 May 2026, 13,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
163,851 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
13,830 miles
Average per year
13,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,681 miles
  • 2025 – 163,851 miles
  • 2023 – 137,660 miles
  • 2021 – 119,414 miles
  • 2020 – 109,193 miles
  • 2019 – 95,640 miles
  • 2018 – 74,603 miles
  • 2017 – 53,245 miles
  • 2016 – 39,648 miles
  • 2015 – 30,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,681 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front calliper wet no signs of leak
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass177,681 miles (+13,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    177,681 miles
    Test number
    601102444440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front calliper wet no signs of leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass163,851 miles (+26,191)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    163,851 miles
    Test number
    289384817938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers engine cover and under trays fitted
  3. Pass137,660 miles (+18,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    137,660 miles
    Test number
    704181897164
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers engine cover and under trays fitted
  4. Pass119,414 miles (+10,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,414 miles
    Test number
    352508766891
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers engine cover and under trays fitted
  5. Pass109,193 miles (+13,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,193 miles
    Test number
    515336210110
    • AdvisoryEngine, sill covers and under trays fitted
  6. Pass95,640 miles (+21,037)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,640 miles
    Test number
    755557774884
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass74,603 miles (+21,358)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    74,603 miles
    Test number
    524235195585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,245 miles (+13,597)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    53,245 miles
    Test number
    211213218007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,648 miles (+3,845)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,648 miles
    Test number
    742436747778
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished on edges
    • AdvisoryInner rear brake pads appear to be low
    • AdvisoryOs and ns front inner tyers worn
  10. Pass35,803 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,803 miles
    Test number
    910330572448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,935 miles
    Test number
    191772386714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V16 CLA

Does V16 CLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 CLA is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 CLA?
The MOT on V16 CLA is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 CLA done?
V16 CLA was recorded at 177,681 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 13,750 miles a year.
Has V16 CLA ever failed its MOT?
No. V16 CLA has passed all 11 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on V16 CLA 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 V16 CLA find?
V16 CLA passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front calliper wet no signs of leak; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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