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Audi S3

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,984 cc

LB53 AUDMOT history

LB53 AUD is a blue petrol Audi S3 first used on 7 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 127,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,904 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AUD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AUD was last recorded at 127,904 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 4,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,644 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,260 miles
Average per year
7,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,904 miles
  • 2025 – 123,644 miles
  • 2024 – 118,830 miles
  • 2023 – 111,115 miles
  • 2022 – 106,929 miles
  • 2021 – 100,636 miles
  • 2020 – 96,665 miles
  • 2019 – 90,375 miles
  • 2018 – 81,465 miles
  • 2017 – 72,751 miles
  • 2015 – 62,475 miles
  • 2014 – 48,969 miles
  • 2013 – 37,386 miles
  • 2012 – 25,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,904 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Fuel cap seal perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fuel cap seal split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tail gate not sitting flush when in closed position

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Wipers smear screen slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,904 miles (+4,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,904 miles
    Test number
    134356402970
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  2. Pass123,644 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,644 miles
    Test number
    682483062379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,830 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,830 miles
    Test number
    948001616290
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail118,828 miles (+7,713)1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,828 miles
    Test number
    272653282616
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated bald edges and split (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass111,115 miles (+4,186)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,115 miles
    Test number
    112084775753
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,929 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    106,929 miles
    Test number
    522139925268
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes splitting

  7. Fail106,929 miles (+6,293)1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,929 miles
    Test number
    815911224070
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes splitting

  8. Pass100,636 miles (+3,971)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,636 miles
    Test number
    472558321551
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.

  9. Pass96,665 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,665 miles
    Test number
    625311918336
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal split
    • AdvisoryTail gate not sitting flush when in closed position

  10. Fail96,665 miles (+6,290)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,665 miles
    Test number
    393580572675
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal split
    • AdvisoryTail gate not sitting flush when in closed position

  11. Pass90,375 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,375 miles
    Test number
    478399450865
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen and scratch across windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  12. Fail90,373 miles (+8,908)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,373 miles
    Test number
    726724879330
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen and scratch across windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also failed due to cut to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryOil level below minimum

  13. Pass81,465 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,465 miles
    Test number
    775048018149
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryWipers smear screen slightly
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen

  14. Fail81,465 miles (+8,714)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,465 miles
    Test number
    914558527178
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2nd flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryWipers smear screen slightly
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen

  15. Pass72,751 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    964141659733
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail72,751 miles (+10,276)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    289107145009
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass62,475 miles (+13,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    62,475 miles
    Test number
    777610003070
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted obscuring view of some components

  18. Pass48,969 miles (+11,583)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,969 miles
    Test number
    998382434323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,386 miles (+11,715)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,386 miles
    Test number
    875520343368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteScrew in N/S/R tyre.

  20. Pass25,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    25,671 miles
    Test number
    217853532347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,671 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,671 miles
    Test number
    346643832388
    • FailureCentre Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB53 AUD

Does LB53 AUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 AUD is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AUD?
The MOT on LB53 AUD is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 AUD done?
LB53 AUD was recorded at 127,904 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 7,664 miles a year.
Has LB53 AUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AUD has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 AUD 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 LB53 AUD find?
LB53 AUD passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion to underside.

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