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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB55 EPDMOT history

LB55 EPD is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 12 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
145,016 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 EPD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 EPD was last recorded at 145,016 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,011 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,016 miles
  • 2024 – 133,802 miles
  • 2023 – 124,220 miles
  • 2022 – 114,233 miles
  • 2021 – 103,780 miles
  • 2020 – 90,863 miles
  • 2019 – 87,378 miles
  • 2018 – 75,994 miles
  • 2017 – 65,953 miles
  • 2016 – 59,199 miles
  • 2015 – 55,151 miles
  • 2013 – 49,565 miles
  • 2012 – 44,995 miles
  • 2011 – 38,864 miles
  • 2010 – 35,408 miles
  • 2008 – 26,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,016 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,016 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    145,016 miles
    Test number
    686646285180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail145,011 miles (+11,209)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,011 miles
    Test number
    639402143349
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,802 miles (+9,582)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    133,802 miles
    Test number
    425231084791
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light On During Test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Worn Slightly Uneven On Inside Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass124,220 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    124,220 miles
    Test number
    211693366915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail124,219 miles (+9,986)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,219 miles
    Test number
    275529225449
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,233 miles (+10,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,233 miles
    Test number
    429824345438
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass103,780 miles (+12,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,780 miles
    Test number
    608468356521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass90,863 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,863 miles
    Test number
    438818315704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,378 miles (+11,384)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,378 miles
    Test number
    174842524247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,994 miles (+10,041)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,994 miles
    Test number
    589060689746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,953 miles (+6,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,953 miles
    Test number
    338385050913
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass59,199 miles (+4,048)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,199 miles
    Test number
    889129365342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,151 miles (+5,586)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,151 miles
    Test number
    565732605050
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass49,565 miles (+4,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,565 miles
    Test number
    299735353332
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass44,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,995 miles
    Test number
    155062962327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail44,995 miles (+6,131)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,995 miles
    Test number
    716122762329
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass38,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    856843802006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,864 miles (+3,456)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    418322561303
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass35,408 miles (+4,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,408 miles
    Test number
    530457650302
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  20. Pass30,898 miles (+4,482)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,898 miles
    Test number
    102664400043
    • NoteCUT N/S/F TYRE WALL

  21. Pass26,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,416 miles
    Test number
    501577058345
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB55 EPD

Does LB55 EPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 EPD is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 EPD?
The MOT on LB55 EPD is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 EPD done?
LB55 EPD was recorded at 145,016 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 7,056 miles a year.
Has LB55 EPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 EPD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 EPD 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 EPD find?
LB55 EPD passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 6 more.

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