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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

K30 LMXMOT history

K30 LMX is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 5 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 190,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

K30 LMX red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2027
Mileage
190,224 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 LMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 LMX was last recorded at 190,224 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 16,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
173,923 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
16,301 miles
Average per year
11,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,224 miles
  • 2025 – 173,923 miles
  • 2024 – 162,420 miles
  • 2023 – 149,624 miles
  • 2022 – 135,482 miles
  • 2021 – 122,337 miles
  • 2020 – 112,683 miles
  • 2019 – 99,286 miles
  • 2018 – 89,400 miles
  • 2016 – 69,068 miles
  • 2015 – 61,401 miles
  • 2014 – 53,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,224 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,224 miles (+16,301)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    190,224 miles
    Test number
    866410499960
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass173,923 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    173,923 miles
    Test number
    677396993360
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail173,921 miles (+11,501)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,921 miles
    Test number
    890635793109
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working Not Working Broken Lens (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass162,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    162,420 miles
    Test number
    140234991988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail162,415 miles (+12,791)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,415 miles
    Test number
    587252046177
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass149,624 miles (+14,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    149,624 miles
    Test number
    919629333300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass135,482 miles (+13,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    135,482 miles
    Test number
    406193745878
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass122,337 miles (+9,654)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,337 miles
    Test number
    502222094169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass112,683 miles (+13,397)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,683 miles
    Test number
    845284400188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,286 miles (+9,886)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,286 miles
    Test number
    533241840093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,400 miles (+20,332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,400 miles
    Test number
    573972057234
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass69,068 miles (+7,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,068 miles
    Test number
    660048723536
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear seat belt catch cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass61,401 miles (+8,399)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,401 miles
    Test number
    369477995193
    • NoteCentre seat belt stalk casing missing but working okay

  14. Pass53,002 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,002 miles
    Test number
    875548384129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail53,002 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,002 miles
    Test number
    885108884169
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K30 LMX

Does K30 LMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 LMX is valid until 10 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 LMX?
The MOT on K30 LMX is valid until 10 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 LMX done?
K30 LMX was recorded at 190,224 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 11,178 miles a year.
Has K30 LMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 LMX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K30 LMX 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 K30 LMX find?
K30 LMX passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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