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LM13 BCU

2013 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2013 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 117,341 miles on the clock, averaging 7,449 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for LM13 BCU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
117,341
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2016
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,449

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,341 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,449
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM13 BCU 44k63k81k99k117k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,341 miles
Since last MOT+3,850 miles
PASS
Mileage113,491 miles
Since last MOT+4,757 miles
PASS
Mileage108,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,734 miles
Since last MOT+11,298 miles
PASS
Mileage97,436 miles
Since last MOT+4,509 miles
PASS
Mileage92,927 miles
Since last MOT+4,026 miles
PASS
Mileage88,901 miles
Since last MOT+6,420 miles
PASS
Mileage82,481 miles
Since last MOT+8,838 miles
PASS
Mileage73,643 miles
Since last MOT+8,315 miles
PASS
Mileage65,328 miles
Since last MOT+7,545 miles
PASS
Mileage57,783 miles
Since last MOT+13,461 miles
PASS
Mileage44,322 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 BCU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About LM13 BCU

What car is LM13 BCU?

LM13 BCU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2013.

What is the mileage of LM13 BCU?

The last recorded mileage for LM13 BCU was 117,341 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM13 BCU passed its MOT?

LM13 BCU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.

Is LM13 BCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM13 BCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LM13 BCU?

LM13 BCU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.