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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

LB55 LHLMOT history

LB55 LHL is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 8 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,352 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LHL was last recorded at 99,352 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 4,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,431 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,921 miles
Average per year
5,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,352 miles
  • 2025 – 94,431 miles
  • 2024 – 90,657 miles
  • 2023 – 86,662 miles
  • 2022 – 77,895 miles
  • 2021 – 68,740 miles
  • 2019 – 62,089 miles
  • 2018 – 57,221 miles
  • 2017 – 53,851 miles
  • 2016 – 50,630 miles
  • 2015 – 44,793 miles
  • 2014 – 37,903 miles
  • 2013 – 30,814 miles
  • 2012 – 25,378 miles
  • 2011 – 22,493 miles
  • 2010 – 16,822 miles
  • 2009 – 12,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,352 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both(rear facing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEsp light intermittent.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,352 miles (+4,921)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,352 miles
    Test number
    491093057510
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both(rear facing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEsp light intermittent.

  2. Pass94,431 miles (+3,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,431 miles
    Test number
    790986738290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEsp light intermittent.

  3. Pass90,657 miles (+3,995)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,657 miles
    Test number
    345835862710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,662 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,662 miles
    Test number
    117246787362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail86,660 miles (+8,765)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    294858471082
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass77,895 miles (+9,155)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,895 miles
    Test number
    280104127692
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,740 miles (+6,651)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,740 miles
    Test number
    610329358915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,089 miles (+4,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,089 miles
    Test number
    932702566406
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass57,221 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,221 miles
    Test number
    447354628146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,851 miles (+3,221)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,851 miles
    Test number
    837334265405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    128330977352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail50,630 miles (+5,837)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    840398804147
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass44,793 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,793 miles
    Test number
    336095305295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,903 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,903 miles
    Test number
    796694104213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,814 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,814 miles
    Test number
    718815203205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,378 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,378 miles
    Test number
    168955392190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,493 miles (+5,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,493 miles
    Test number
    919506181147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass16,822 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    16,822 miles
    Test number
    723145620039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail12,500 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,500 miles
    Test number
    861730719033
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass12,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    12,500 miles
    Test number
    944020219056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LHL

Does LB55 LHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 LHL is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LHL?
The MOT on LB55 LHL is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 LHL done?
LB55 LHL was recorded at 99,352 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 5,099 miles a year.
Has LB55 LHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LHL has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 LHL 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 LHL find?
LB55 LHL passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both(rear facing), and 1 more.

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