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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LB54 VXTMOT history

LB54 VXT is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 26 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2024
Mileage
118,807 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VXT was last recorded at 118,807 miles on 4 Mar 2023, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,777 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
6,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,807 miles
  • 2022 – 112,578 miles
  • 2021 – 106,951 miles
  • 2020 – 103,227 miles
  • 2019 – 98,697 miles
  • 2018 – 92,903 miles
  • 2017 – 86,434 miles
  • 2016 – 79,458 miles
  • 2015 – 74,458 miles
  • 2014 – 70,111 miles
  • 2013 – 63,034 miles
  • 2012 – 55,990 miles
  • 2011 – 49,038 miles
  • 2010 – 42,530 miles
  • 2009 – 35,130 miles
  • 2008 – 26,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,807 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,807 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,807 miles
    Test number
    685911327404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail118,777 miles (+6,199)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,777 miles
    Test number
    337254347897
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.00 limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,578 miles (+5,627)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,578 miles
    Test number
    888241479007
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os wearing on edges and both been curbed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns and os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,951 miles (+3,724)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,951 miles
    Test number
    462265768350
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,227 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,227 miles
    Test number
    478095373765
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail103,179 miles (+4,482)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,179 miles
    Test number
    132005286959
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass98,697 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    124195052117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail98,697 miles (+20)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    587593622144
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail98,677 miles (+5,774)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,677 miles
    Test number
    111161591716
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass92,903 miles (+6,469)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,903 miles
    Test number
    333502848903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,434 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,434 miles
    Test number
    838837406058
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)

  12. Fail86,424 miles (+6,966)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,424 miles
    Test number
    833566468801
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)

  13. Pass79,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,458 miles
    Test number
    361810355525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension slight play detected at wheel

  14. Fail79,448 miles (+4,990)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,448 miles
    Test number
    863000951055
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension slight play detected at wheel

  15. Pass74,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,458 miles
    Test number
    555814255073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,458 miles (+4,347)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,458 miles
    Test number
    819864955083
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,111 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,111 miles
    Test number
    165175044478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail70,111 miles (+7,077)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,111 miles
    Test number
    726385244043
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass63,034 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,034 miles
    Test number
    956279543024
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin

  20. Fail63,034 miles (+7,044)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,034 miles
    Test number
    126329543034
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin

  21. Pass55,990 miles (+6,952)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,990 miles
    Test number
    979841152006
    • NoteFront no plate in poor condition

  22. Pass49,038 miles (+6,508)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,038 miles
    Test number
    519195951005
    • NoteN/s/f tyre smooth on inner edge

  23. Pass42,530 miles (+7,400)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,530 miles
    Test number
    174601680425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,130 miles (+8,925)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,130 miles
    Test number
    993578429026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,205 miles
    Test number
    284048418098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,205 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,205 miles
    Test number
    664117218019
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about LB54 VXT

Does LB54 VXT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 VXT expired on 3 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VXT?
The MOT on LB54 VXT expired on 3 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 VXT done?
LB54 VXT was recorded at 118,807 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2023, an average of 6,122 miles a year.
Has LB54 VXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VXT has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 VXT 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 LB54 VXT find?
LB54 VXT passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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