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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB05 DPFMOT history

LB05 DPF is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 10 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,569 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 DPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 DPF was last recorded at 71,569 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 10,217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
61,352 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,217 miles
Average per year
3,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,569 miles
  • 2025 – 61,352 miles
  • 2024 – 49,557 miles
  • 2023 – 40,428 miles
  • 2021 – 39,937 miles
  • 2020 – 38,629 miles
  • 2019 – 36,219 miles
  • 2018 – 32,462 miles
  • 2017 – 28,818 miles
  • 2016 – 24,692 miles
  • 2015 – 21,980 miles
  • 2014 – 21,185 miles
  • 2013 – 20,434 miles
  • 2012 – 19,536 miles
  • 2011 – 17,692 miles
  • 2010 – 15,767 miles
  • 2009 – 13,537 miles
  • 2008 – 12,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,569 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,569 miles (+10,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,569 miles
    Test number
    527237967521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass61,352 miles (+11,795)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,352 miles
    Test number
    175892793276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass49,557 miles (+9,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    49,557 miles
    Test number
    845347797453
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass40,428 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    40,428 miles
    Test number
    559975188441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,937 miles (+1,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,937 miles
    Test number
    478801692973
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly insecure

  6. Pass38,629 miles (+2,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    38,629 miles
    Test number
    683715810326
    • AdvisoryBake fluid getting dark
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass36,219 miles (+3,757)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,219 miles
    Test number
    664738790220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,462 miles (+3,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,462 miles
    Test number
    499874529478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass28,818 miles (+4,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,818 miles
    Test number
    137515596590
    • AdvisoryN/S front and rear tyres cracking

  10. Pass24,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,692 miles
    Test number
    513527608618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail24,692 miles (+2,712)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,692 miles
    Test number
    890341679922
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass21,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    21,980 miles
    Test number
    569795803239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail21,980 miles (+795)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,980 miles
    Test number
    263100350316
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass21,185 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    21,185 miles
    Test number
    469355314415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    20,434 miles
    Test number
    487205613475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail20,434 miles (+898)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,434 miles
    Test number
    335525713323
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass19,536 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    19,536 miles
    Test number
    477942832356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,692 miles (+1,925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    17,692 miles
    Test number
    326762111304
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass15,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,767 miles
    Test number
    441514410389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,767 miles (+2,230)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,767 miles
    Test number
    412544910440
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass13,537 miles (+1,153)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,537 miles
    Test number
    243910589168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,384 miles
    Test number
    521524168136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 DPF

Does LB05 DPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 DPF is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 DPF?
The MOT on LB05 DPF is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 DPF done?
LB05 DPF was recorded at 71,569 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 3,321 miles a year.
Has LB05 DPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 DPF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on LB05 DPF 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 LB05 DPF find?
LB05 DPF passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, and 1 more.

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