Audi A3
Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc
LA55 WKEMOT history
LA55 WKE is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 23 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 169,241 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 14 Nov 2025
- Mileage
- 169,241 mi
- At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
- MOT tests
- 22
- 17 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 8,733 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LA55 WKE
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 23 Sept 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Nov 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
LA55 WKE was last recorded at 169,241 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 11,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 157,445 miles · 31 Oct 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 11,796 miles
- Average per year
- 8,733 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 169,241 miles
- 2023 – 157,445 miles
- 2022 – 148,936 miles
- 2021 – 137,216 miles
- 2020 – 128,480 miles
- 2019 – 125,177 miles
- 2018 – 115,640 miles
- 2017 – 105,257 miles
- 2016 – 97,361 miles
- 2015 – 88,132 miles
- 2014 – 80,515 miles
- 2013 – 73,785 miles
- 2012 – 64,184 miles
- 2011 – 52,409 miles
- 2010 – 43,948 miles
- 2009 – 35,556 miles
- 2008 – 28,247 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass169,241 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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.
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
22 tests since 23 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass169,241 miles2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 169,241 miles
- Test number
- 708902340384
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail169,239 miles (+11,794)3 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,239 miles
- Test number
- 466401072574
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass157,445 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 157,445 miles
- Test number
- 489016504207
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail157,441 miles (+8,505)1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,441 miles
- Test number
- 466298369427
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass148,936 miles (+8)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 148,936 miles
- Test number
- 584248115970
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail148,928 miles (+11,712)2 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,928 miles
- Test number
- 648352380397
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass137,216 miles (+27)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 137,216 miles
- Test number
- 188673915521
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail137,189 miles (+8,709)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,189 miles
- Test number
- 332235356925
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass128,480 miles (+20)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 128,480 miles
- Test number
- 408105842743
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Fail128,460 miles (+3,283)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,460 miles
- Test number
- 935703860764
- MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Upper 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))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Pass125,177 miles (+9,537)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 125,177 miles
- Test number
- 224552005092
- MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Pass115,640 miles (+10,383)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 115,640 miles
- Test number
- 179869835729
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass105,257 miles (+7,896)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 105,257 miles
- Test number
- 112968111653
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass97,361 miles (+9,229)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 97,361 miles
- Test number
- 899318725998
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,132 miles (+7,617)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 88,132 miles
- Test number
- 535819750555
- AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN LOW ON INNER EDGES
- AdvisoryOFF SIDE FRONT WINDSREEN CRACKED
Pass80,515 miles (+6,730)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 80,515 miles
- Test number
- 988755474298
- NoteFront and rear wiper blades in poor condition
Pass73,785 miles (+9,601)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 73,785 miles
- Test number
- 355746273242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,184 miles (+11,775)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 64,184 miles
- Test number
- 149714162289
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,409 miles (+8,461)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 52,409 miles
- Test number
- 395339341462
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
Pass43,948 miles (+8,392)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 43,948 miles
- Test number
- 570575560220
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,556 miles (+7,309)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 35,556 miles
- Test number
- 401326269207
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,247 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 28,247 miles
- Test number
- 934447168268
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LA55 WKE
- Does LA55 WKE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LA55 WKE expired on 14 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LA55 WKE?
- The MOT on LA55 WKE expired on 14 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LA55 WKE done?
- LA55 WKE was recorded at 169,241 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 8,733 miles a year.
- Has LA55 WKE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LA55 WKE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on LA55 WKE 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 LA55 WKE find?
- LA55 WKE passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 5 more.
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