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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LB08 XVFMOT history

LB08 XVF is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 161,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
161,467 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XVF was last recorded at 161,467 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,452 miles · 17 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
12,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,467 miles
  • 2021 – 156,046 miles
  • 2019 – 140,073 miles
  • 2018 – 122,575 miles
  • 2017 – 105,791 miles
  • 2016 – 88,376 miles
  • 2015 – 74,228 miles
  • 2014 – 62,536 miles
  • 2013 – 50,692 miles
  • 2012 – 39,832 miles
  • 2011 – 32,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,467 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,467 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    161,467 miles
    Test number
    814018483236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail161,452 miles (+5,406)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,452 miles
    Test number
    847426137646
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass156,046 miles (+15,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    156,046 miles
    Test number
    784353546537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicators starting to go white

  4. Pass140,073 miles (+17,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,073 miles
    Test number
    556570231110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass122,575 miles (+16,784)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,575 miles
    Test number
    253408891734
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass105,791 miles (+17,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,791 miles
    Test number
    446805673081
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low

  7. Pass88,376 miles (+14,148)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,376 miles
    Test number
    917754922190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,228 miles (+11,692)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,228 miles
    Test number
    326849395113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,536 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    488772594147
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass62,536 miles (+11,844)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    737672494177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,692 miles (+10,860)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,692 miles
    Test number
    647311193155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,832 miles (+7,514)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,832 miles
    Test number
    966374782118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  13. Pass32,318 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,318 miles
    Test number
    298602881156
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s washer jet slighty blocked

  14. Fail32,318 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,318 miles
    Test number
    425132281116
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront wiper not clearing screen very well
    • NoteN/s washer jet slighty blocked

Questions about LB08 XVF

Does LB08 XVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 XVF expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XVF?
The MOT on LB08 XVF expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 XVF done?
LB08 XVF was recorded at 161,467 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 12,142 miles a year.
Has LB08 XVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XVF has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 XVF 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 LB08 XVF find?
LB08 XVF passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front outer drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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