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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

LA55 AUJMOT history

LA55 AUJ is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 7 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 165,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2024.

LA55 AUJ black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2025
Mileage
165,355 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 AUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 AUJ was last recorded at 165,355 miles on 25 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2024: 165,355 miles, lower than 168,979 miles on 13 Mar 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
168,979 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Average per year
7,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 165,355 miles
  • 2023 – 152,414 miles
  • 2022 – 144,191 miles
  • 2021 – 136,553 miles
  • 2020 – 127,353 miles
  • 2019 – 123,772 miles
  • 2017 – 108,608 miles
  • 2016 – 99,269 miles
  • 2015 – 93,139 miles
  • 2013 – 80,738 miles
  • 2012 – 70,717 miles
  • 2011 – 65,689 miles
  • 2009 – 58,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,355 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside park brake reading slightly low
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly soft/spongy

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,355 miles (-3,624)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    165,355 miles
    Test number
    102356395011
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake reading slightly low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly soft/spongy

  2. Fail168,979 miles (+16,565)11 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,979 miles
    Test number
    573442140499
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket HID fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket HID fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated

  3. Pass152,414 miles (+146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    152,414 miles
    Test number
    634329277421
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,268 miles (+8,077)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,268 miles
    Test number
    393427185620
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer split open (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,191 miles (+104)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    144,191 miles
    Test number
    568204430961
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail144,087 miles (+7,534)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,087 miles
    Test number
    182375320645
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass136,553 miles (+221)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,553 miles
    Test number
    110838585085
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail136,332 miles (+8,979)2 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,332 miles
    Test number
    303847536689
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2254018 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass127,353 miles (+3,581)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,353 miles
    Test number
    309893712208
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass123,772 miles (+123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,772 miles
    Test number
    620031161943
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly damaged on side wall and getting low in the centre
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre slightly damaged on side wall

  11. Fail123,649 miles (+15,041)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,649 miles
    Test number
    931338839892
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly damaged on side wall and getting low in the centre
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre slightly damaged on side wall

  12. Pass108,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    108,608 miles
    Test number
    665250619293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,608 miles (+2,109)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,608 miles
    Test number
    403577613488
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  14. Fail106,499 miles (+7,230)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,499 miles
    Test number
    662097857354
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder/trays fitted can not see components

  15. Pass99,269 miles (+6,130)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,269 miles
    Test number
    177511849474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover

  16. Pass93,139 miles (+12,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,139 miles
    Test number
    557997205197
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass80,738 miles (+6,526)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,738 miles
    Test number
    305744663392
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  18. Pass74,212 miles (+3,495)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,212 miles
    Test number
    677464403030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn to excess

  19. Pass70,717 miles (+5,028)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,717 miles
    Test number
    409114802054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass65,689 miles (+7,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    925644701015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass58,254 miles (+12,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,254 miles
    Test number
    193424569311
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass45,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,287 miles
    Test number
    952168329041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 AUJ

Does LA55 AUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 AUJ expired on 24 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 AUJ?
The MOT on LA55 AUJ expired on 24 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 AUJ done?
LA55 AUJ was recorded at 165,355 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2024, an average of 7,923 miles a year.
Has LA55 AUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 AUJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 AUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Mar 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 AUJ find?
LA55 AUJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2024 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 11 more.

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