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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,781 cc

LB04 NHCMOT history

LB04 NHC is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 76,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
76,770 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 NHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 NHC was last recorded at 76,770 miles on 21 May 2026, 5,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 May 2017: 47,966 miles, lower than 54,087 miles on 23 May 2016.

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
71,562 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,208 miles
Average per year
3,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,770 miles
  • 2025 – 71,562 miles
  • 2024 – 65,907 miles
  • 2023 – 60,802 miles
  • 2022 – 58,962 miles
  • 2021 – 56,994 miles
  • 2020 – 55,304 miles
  • 2019 – 53,244 miles
  • 2018 – 50,663 miles
  • 2017 – 47,968 miles
  • 2016 – 54,087 miles
  • 2015 – 42,465 miles
  • 2014 – 40,041 miles
  • 2013 – 37,068 miles
  • 2012 – 34,347 miles
  • 2011 – 30,821 miles
  • 2010 – 27,464 miles
  • 2009 – 25,158 miles
  • 2008 – 21,341 miles
  • 2007 – 15,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,770 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,770 miles (+5,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,770 miles
    Test number
    168487690791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass71,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,562 miles
    Test number
    766760555892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail71,562 miles (+5,655)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,562 miles
    Test number
    606250748039
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Pass65,907 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    65,907 miles
    Test number
    314333247040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass60,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    60,802 miles
    Test number
    558186876675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail60,802 miles (+1,840)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,802 miles
    Test number
    433279832254
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  7. Pass58,962 miles (+1,968)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    58,962 miles
    Test number
    921967024031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,994 miles (+1,690)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    957236678892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    55,304 miles
    Test number
    969749432155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,300 miles (+2,056)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,300 miles
    Test number
    934535820166
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass53,244 miles (+2,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    53,244 miles
    Test number
    646378435022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass50,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    244223089699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,663 miles (+2,695)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    307755596669
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  14. Pass47,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,968 miles
    Test number
    956343548384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,966 miles (-6,121)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,966 miles
    Test number
    220805403433
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass54,087 miles (+11,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,087 miles
    Test number
    900979346588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  17. Pass42,465 miles (+2,424)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,465 miles
    Test number
    149091145181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,041 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,041 miles
    Test number
    215464534437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,068 miles (+2,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,068 miles
    Test number
    736298943140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass34,347 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,347 miles
    Test number
    837144042148
    • NoteOSF Tyre wearing on edge unevenly.
    • NoteVacuum unit on rear silencer adrift.
  21. Fail34,337 miles (+3,516)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,337 miles
    Test number
    218764042194
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOSF Tyre wearing on edge unevenly.
    • NoteVacuum unit on rear silencer adrift.
  22. Pass30,821 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,821 miles
    Test number
    915684241150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,464 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    27,464 miles
    Test number
    764064340174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,158 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    25,158 miles
    Test number
    271212359411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,341 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    21,341 miles
    Test number
    163470648193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,986 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,986 miles
    Test number
    824322147153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVery slight buldge in nearside front outer tyre wall

Questions about LB04 NHC

Does LB04 NHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 NHC is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 NHC?
The MOT on LB04 NHC is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 NHC done?
LB04 NHC was recorded at 76,770 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,200 miles a year.
Has LB04 NHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 NHC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 NHC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 NHC find?
LB04 NHC passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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