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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LB02 RCZMOT history

LB02 RCZ is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 106,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
106,461 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 RCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 RCZ was last recorded at 106,461 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 1,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,752 miles · 21 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,709 miles
Average per year
4,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,461 miles
  • 2024 – 104,752 miles
  • 2021 – 103,949 miles
  • 2019 – 101,866 miles
  • 2018 – 99,461 miles
  • 2017 – 88,855 miles
  • 2016 – 82,827 miles
  • 2014 – 110,979 miles
  • 2013 – 65,172 miles
  • 2012 – 61,418 miles
  • 2011 – 56,359 miles
  • 2010 – 49,621 miles
  • 2009 – 44,328 miles
  • 2008 – 38,123 miles
  • 2007 – 31,992 miles
  • 2006 – 27,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,461 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,461 miles (+1,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    631987945738
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,752 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    104,752 miles
    Test number
    977271995763
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail104,748 miles (+799)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,748 miles
    Test number
    773319421827
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass103,949 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    103,949 miles
    Test number
    376873401124
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail103,949 miles (+2,083)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,949 miles
    Test number
    667219569229
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened coils touching (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened coils touching (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass101,866 miles (+2,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,866 miles
    Test number
    562878868255
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light unit has moisture in lense - not affecting operation of other lamps
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    501639764085
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail99,461 miles (+10,606)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    176934089366
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass88,855 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,855 miles
    Test number
    336289403383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail88,849 miles (+6,022)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,849 miles
    Test number
    455552151544
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass82,827 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,827 miles
    Test number
    871624274498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,811 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,811 miles
    Test number
    243898842208
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass121,138 km (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    121,138 km
    Test number
    426164441240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on min limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail121,025 km2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,025 km
    Test number
    246664935395
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on min limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass110,979 miles (+45,807)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    726193824279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/side front tyre has slight damage to the sidewall

  16. Pass65,172 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,172 miles
    Test number
    735286023226
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail65,162 miles (+3,744)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,162 miles
    Test number
    675711323292
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass61,418 miles (+25)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,418 miles
    Test number
    386983562446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre clamp deteriorated

  19. Fail61,393 miles (+5,034)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,393 miles
    Test number
    107754232227
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • NoteExhaust centre pipe support bracket broken

  20. Pass56,359 miles (+6,738)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,359 miles
    Test number
    587344731235
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOff side front tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

  21. Pass49,621 miles (+5,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,621 miles
    Test number
    361223440294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,328 miles (+6,205)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,328 miles
    Test number
    423879039263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,123 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,123 miles
    Test number
    250730348273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,992 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,992 miles
    Test number
    120854337296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail31,987 miles (+4,415)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,987 miles
    Test number
    302663037413
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass27,572 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,572 miles
    Test number
    122239316243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,384 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,384 miles
    Test number
    704557506276
    • NotePlease note Engine Management Light is permanantly ON

Questions about LB02 RCZ

Does LB02 RCZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 RCZ expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 RCZ?
The MOT on LB02 RCZ expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 RCZ done?
LB02 RCZ was recorded at 106,461 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 4,121 miles a year.
Has LB02 RCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 RCZ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB02 RCZ 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 LB02 RCZ find?
LB02 RCZ passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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