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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LB52 NPOMOT history

LB52 NPO is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 10 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
130,739 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 NPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 NPO was last recorded at 130,739 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 5,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,274 miles · 19 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
5,465 miles
Average per year
6,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,739 miles
  • 2021 – 125,274 miles
  • 2020 – 121,211 miles
  • 2019 – 115,405 miles
  • 2018 – 108,907 miles
  • 2017 – 101,746 miles
  • 2016 – 95,822 miles
  • 2015 – 89,722 miles
  • 2014 – 84,503 miles
  • 2013 – 79,296 miles
  • 2012 – 77,685 miles
  • 2011 – 75,325 miles
  • 2010 – 70,357 miles
  • 2009 – 60,926 miles
  • 2008 – 50,831 miles
  • 2007 – 38,176 miles
  • 2006 – 29,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,739 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,739 miles (+5,465)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    130,739 miles
    Test number
    342338909944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    125,274 miles
    Test number
    139994418345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front obligatory mirror glass damaged

  3. Fail125,272 miles (+4,061)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,272 miles
    Test number
    264465840326
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to rear silencer box broken off (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front obligatory mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass121,211 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    121,211 miles
    Test number
    295377809091
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play Anti roll bar link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From rear flexible brake hose to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail121,211 miles (+5,806)1 dangerous5 major2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,211 miles
    Test number
    298540632391
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play Anti roll bar link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From rear flexible brake hose to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass115,405 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    115,405 miles
    Test number
    499272881271
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger missing not effecting the suport of the exhaust
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail115,405 miles (+6,498)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,405 miles
    Test number
    113796925142
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger missing not effecting the suport of the exhaust
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass108,907 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,907 miles
    Test number
    548726536110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front & rear brake discs centre exhaust bhracket broken but exhaust secure

  9. Fail108,907 miles (+7,161)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,907 miles
    Test number
    794455476366
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front & rear brake discs centre exhaust bhracket broken but exhaust secure

  10. Pass101,746 miles (+5,924)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,746 miles
    Test number
    898056816904
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket brokern
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass95,822 miles (+6,100)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    95,822 miles
    Test number
    197144033107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,722 miles (+5,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,722 miles
    Test number
    437524915165
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass84,503 miles (+5,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,503 miles
    Test number
    977083114138
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass79,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,296 miles
    Test number
    937135503118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,296 miles (+1,611)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,296 miles
    Test number
    147272203123
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass77,685 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,685 miles
    Test number
    409080062140
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront Headlamps Deteriorated

  17. Fail77,685 miles (+2,360)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,685 miles
    Test number
    298349152487
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront Headlamps Deteriorated

  18. Pass75,325 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    906396891081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F Head Lamp Has Poor Beam Pattern
    • NoteO/S/F Head Lamp Has Poor Beam Pattern

  19. Fail75,325 miles (+4,968)5 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    829155791063
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F Head Lamp Has Poor Beam Pattern
    • NoteO/S/F Head Lamp Has Poor Beam Pattern

  20. Pass70,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,357 miles
    Test number
    143815660462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,314 miles (+9,388)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,314 miles
    Test number
    653505660000
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail60,926 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,926 miles
    Test number
    431569269098
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass60,926 miles (+10,095)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,926 miles
    Test number
    500439669055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass50,831 miles (+12,655)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,831 miles
    Test number
    430392778018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,176 miles (+8,831)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,176 miles
    Test number
    103838067037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,345 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    352441946097
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOff side rear brake slight binding

Questions about LB52 NPO

Does LB52 NPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 NPO expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 NPO?
The MOT on LB52 NPO expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 NPO done?
LB52 NPO was recorded at 130,739 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 6,254 miles a year.
Has LB52 NPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 NPO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LB52 NPO 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 LB52 NPO find?
LB52 NPO passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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