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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

LB09 UBMMOT history

LB09 UBM is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 10 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,217 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 UBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 UBM was last recorded at 94,217 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,205 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
5,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,217 miles
  • 2025 – 91,584 miles
  • 2024 – 86,521 miles
  • 2023 – 80,662 miles
  • 2022 – 74,995 miles
  • 2021 – 69,107 miles
  • 2020 – 65,249 miles
  • 2019 – 59,468 miles
  • 2018 – 52,510 miles
  • 2016 – 41,248 miles
  • 2015 – 38,816 miles
  • 2014 – 34,788 miles
  • 2013 – 24,879 miles
  • 2012 – 15,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,217 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,217 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,217 miles
    Test number
    930940242232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail94,205 miles (+2,621)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,205 miles
    Test number
    400530240235
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect pattern for lefthand drive vehicle (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass91,584 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    433143313715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail91,537 miles (+5,016)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,537 miles
    Test number
    610897142686
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass86,521 miles (+5,859)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    86,521 miles
    Test number
    890881225252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,662 miles (+5,667)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,662 miles
    Test number
    290162099309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,995 miles (+5,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,995 miles
    Test number
    438487089548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass69,107 miles (+3,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    790526947290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass65,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,249 miles
    Test number
    590290897997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail65,249 miles (+5,781)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,249 miles
    Test number
    327599102778
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass59,468 miles (+6,958)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,468 miles
    Test number
    392506273650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,510 miles (+11,262)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,510 miles
    Test number
    615506030444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,248 miles (+2,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    41,248 miles
    Test number
    620552424390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass38,816 miles (+4,028)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,816 miles
    Test number
    510085562815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,788 miles (+9,909)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,788 miles
    Test number
    247938694433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,879 miles (+9,647)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,879 miles
    Test number
    855514303280
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass15,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,232 miles
    Test number
    575201142285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 UBM

Does LB09 UBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 UBM is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 UBM?
The MOT on LB09 UBM is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 UBM done?
LB09 UBM was recorded at 94,217 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 5,841 miles a year.
Has LB09 UBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 UBM has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 UBM 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 LB09 UBM find?
LB09 UBM passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded.

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