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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB55 BTFMOT history

LB55 BTF is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 136,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
136,395 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BTF was last recorded at 136,395 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 12,638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,757 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,638 miles
Average per year
6,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,395 miles
  • 2025 – 123,757 miles
  • 2024 – 111,382 miles
  • 2023 – 97,116 miles
  • 2022 – 94,970 miles
  • 2021 – 91,786 miles
  • 2020 – 90,230 miles
  • 2019 – 85,198 miles
  • 2018 – 77,208 miles
  • 2017 – 68,911 miles
  • 2016 – 60,625 miles
  • 2015 – 54,012 miles
  • 2014 – 47,173 miles
  • 2013 – 41,758 miles
  • 2012 – 35,721 miles
  • 2011 – 31,414 miles
  • 2010 – 26,169 miles
  • 2009 – 22,696 miles
  • 2008 – 19,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,395 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,395 miles (+12,638)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    136,395 miles
    Test number
    335562361693
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,757 miles (+12,375)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,757 miles
    Test number
    236269948036
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,382 miles (+14,266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    437766876884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,116 miles (+2,146)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,116 miles
    Test number
    869966689601
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass94,970 miles (+3,184)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    94,970 miles
    Test number
    349933834482
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass91,786 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,786 miles
    Test number
    213429207833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,784 miles (+1,554)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,784 miles
    Test number
    493400759582
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,230 miles (+5,032)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,230 miles
    Test number
    873543668015
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake caliper is binding. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,198 miles (+7,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,198 miles
    Test number
    522105003950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak and coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,208 miles (+8,297)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,208 miles
    Test number
    179800311507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,911 miles
    Test number
    948245246000
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail68,911 miles (+8,286)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,911 miles
    Test number
    280566903285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass60,625 miles (+6,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,625 miles
    Test number
    982172149564
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres getting close to the wear indicators

  14. Pass54,012 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,012 miles
    Test number
    521841262067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection.

  15. Fail54,011 miles (+6,838)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,011 miles
    Test number
    496539835150
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection.

  16. Pass47,173 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,173 miles
    Test number
    418049044129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,169 miles (+5,411)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,169 miles
    Test number
    418678844112
    • 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)

  18. Pass41,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,758 miles
    Test number
    545811843197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,758 miles (+6,037)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,758 miles
    Test number
    256321943140
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass35,721 miles (+4,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,721 miles
    Test number
    715383642124
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass31,414 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,414 miles
    Test number
    975019131176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,406 miles (+5,237)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,406 miles
    Test number
    346828831186
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass26,169 miles (+3,473)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,169 miles
    Test number
    262345450403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,696 miles (+3,149)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,696 miles
    Test number
    461764779191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,547 miles
    Test number
    412493828496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 BTF

Does LB55 BTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 BTF is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BTF?
The MOT on LB55 BTF is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 BTF done?
LB55 BTF was recorded at 136,395 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 6,543 miles a year.
Has LB55 BTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BTF has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB55 BTF 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 LB55 BTF find?
LB55 BTF passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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