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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LB03 GJUMOT history

LB03 GJU is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 96,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
96,090 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 GJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 GJU was last recorded at 96,090 miles on 17 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Feb 2026: 96,090 miles, lower than 96,906 miles on 11 Feb 2026.

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
96,906 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Average per year
4,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,090 miles
  • 2025 – 92,267 miles
  • 2024 – 88,871 miles
  • 2023 – 85,941 miles
  • 2022 – 83,873 miles
  • 2021 – 78,875 miles
  • 2020 – 72,985 miles
  • 2018 – 64,714 miles
  • 2017 – 55,846 miles
  • 2016 – 51,884 miles
  • 2015 – 48,901 miles
  • 2014 – 45,504 miles
  • 2013 – 42,101 miles
  • 2012 – 39,247 miles
  • 2011 – 35,502 miles
  • 2010 – 31,414 miles
  • 2009 – 27,669 miles
  • 2008 – 24,493 miles
  • 2007 – 21,098 miles
  • 2006 – 15,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,090 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,090 miles (-816)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    96,090 miles
    Test number
    604858610619
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail96,906 miles (+4,639)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,906 miles
    Test number
    411256311789
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass92,267 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    92,267 miles
    Test number
    647812401759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail92,267 miles (+3,396)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,267 miles
    Test number
    191014224961
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass88,871 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,871 miles
    Test number
    218736214457
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail88,871 miles (+2,930)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,871 miles
    Test number
    590213795162
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass85,941 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,941 miles
    Test number
    772367968946
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail85,940 miles (+2,067)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,940 miles
    Test number
    260721219150
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass83,873 miles (+67)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,873 miles
    Test number
    340425442639
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEml light shows fault
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle clamp securing brackets broken

  10. Fail83,806 miles (+4,931)2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,806 miles
    Test number
    339256400323
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEml light shows fault
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle clamp securing brackets broken

  11. Pass78,875 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    78,875 miles
    Test number
    713187332229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,842 miles (+5,857)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,842 miles
    Test number
    186307490774
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass72,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,985 miles
    Test number
    602652880405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,966 miles (+8,252)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,966 miles
    Test number
    544854462671
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass64,714 miles (+8,868)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,714 miles
    Test number
    388258358419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shied loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded

  16. Pass55,846 miles (+3,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,846 miles
    Test number
    501795087578
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shied loose
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/worn

  17. Pass51,884 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,884 miles
    Test number
    259493241793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,901 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,901 miles
    Test number
    607530895182
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded/worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded/worn

  19. Fail48,901 miles (+3,397)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,901 miles
    Test number
    407260995196
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded/worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded/worn
    • NoteTyres perished

  20. Pass45,504 miles (+3,403)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,504 miles
    Test number
    605323004289
    • NoteCorrosion underside of car in places
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront tyres perished/cracking on inner edges
    • NoteFront tyres starting to get close to legal limit
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

  21. Pass42,101 miles (+2,854)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,101 miles
    Test number
    249047693190
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteTyres under in flated

  22. Pass39,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,247 miles
    Test number
    489908792123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,246 miles (+3,744)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,246 miles
    Test number
    197648892163
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass35,502 miles (+4,088)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,502 miles
    Test number
    266064791120
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteMinor damage to exterior of car in places
    • NoteRear coil springs slightly corroded

  25. Pass31,414 miles (+3,745)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,414 miles
    Test number
    781770980140
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly pitted/worn
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded

  26. Pass27,669 miles (+3,176)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,669 miles
    Test number
    762851499173
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded

  27. Pass24,493 miles (+3,395)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,493 miles
    Test number
    470463408295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,098 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,098 miles
    Test number
    710604107264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,885 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    15,885 miles
    Test number
    353219296138
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING SUSPECT, BORDER LINE PASS

Questions about LB03 GJU

Does LB03 GJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 GJU is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 GJU?
The MOT on LB03 GJU is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 GJU done?
LB03 GJU was recorded at 96,090 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 4,095 miles a year.
Has LB03 GJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 GJU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 GJU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Feb 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 GJU find?
LB03 GJU passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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