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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LB54 VXXMOT history

LB54 VXX is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 5 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 195,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
195,781 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VXX was last recorded at 195,781 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 29,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,612 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
29,169 miles
Average per year
9,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,781 miles
  • 2024 – 166,612 miles
  • 2023 – 145,643 miles
  • 2022 – 133,450 miles
  • 2021 – 126,679 miles
  • 2020 – 120,535 miles
  • 2019 – 115,012 miles
  • 2018 – 106,450 miles
  • 2017 – 99,068 miles
  • 2016 – 92,264 miles
  • 2015 – 86,834 miles
  • 2014 – 80,048 miles
  • 2013 – 73,466 miles
  • 2012 – 65,185 miles
  • 2011 – 49,366 miles
  • 2010 – 39,988 miles
  • 2009 – 34,414 miles
  • 2008 – 25,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,781 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorRegistration 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,781 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    195,781 miles
    Test number
    942773292489
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail195,781 miles (+29,169)1 dangerous4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,781 miles
    Test number
    907689607875
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,612 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    166,612 miles
    Test number
    880123320256
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail166,612 miles (+20,969)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,612 miles
    Test number
    798293003128
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass145,643 miles (+12,193)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,643 miles
    Test number
    729998193016
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,450 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,450 miles
    Test number
    953568304661
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker covers insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminating on dash, not a reason for rejection due to age of vehicle

  7. Fail133,450 miles (+6,771)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,450 miles
    Test number
    358791198638
    • MajorFuel system component leaking under vehicle (6.1.3 (b) (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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker covers insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminating on dash, not a reason for rejection due to age of vehicle

  8. Pass126,679 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,679 miles
    Test number
    362538197079
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail126,679 miles (+6,144)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,679 miles
    Test number
    578444904287
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass120,535 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    112656852439
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail120,535 miles (+5,523)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    893295334725
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass115,012 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,012 miles
    Test number
    430494957607
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail115,011 miles (+8,561)1 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,011 miles
    Test number
    838977557209
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass106,450 miles (+7,382)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,450 miles
    Test number
    197143524536
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  15. Pass99,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    99,068 miles
    Test number
    151294974343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail99,068 miles (+6,804)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,068 miles
    Test number
    909202005405
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass92,264 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,264 miles
    Test number
    921019291011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail92,264 miles (+5,430)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,264 miles
    Test number
    667599650601
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass86,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,834 miles
    Test number
    835134386241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail86,834 miles (+6,786)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,834 miles
    Test number
    726595249722
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass80,048 miles (+6,582)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,048 miles
    Test number
    668309744359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect n/s rear seatbelt due to child seat being fitted

  22. Pass73,466 miles (+8,281)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,466 miles
    Test number
    648950943325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,185 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,185 miles
    Test number
    445194552377
    • NoteRear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edge.

  24. Fail65,182 miles (+7,436)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    848434152399
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edge.

  25. Pass57,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    756632312038
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail57,745 miles (+8,379)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,745 miles
    Test number
    115652712008
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass49,366 miles (+9,378)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,366 miles
    Test number
    679625801060
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCenter rear seat belt buckle incorectly positioned.

  28. Pass39,988 miles (+5,574)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,988 miles
    Test number
    951534310072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,414 miles (+8,476)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,414 miles
    Test number
    282348429033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass25,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,938 miles
    Test number
    411298808092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 VXX

Does LB54 VXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 VXX is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VXX?
The MOT on LB54 VXX is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 VXX done?
LB54 VXX was recorded at 195,781 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 9,559 miles a year.
Has LB54 VXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VXX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 VXX 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 VXX find?
LB54 VXX passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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