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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LB56 KMFMOT history

LB56 KMF is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2025
Mileage
104,770 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 KMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 KMF was last recorded at 104,770 miles on 7 Oct 2024, 13,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,520 miles · 4 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
13,250 miles
Average per year
5,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,770 miles
  • 2023 – 91,520 miles
  • 2022 – 78,874 miles
  • 2021 – 70,195 miles
  • 2020 – 60,566 miles
  • 2019 – 57,206 miles
  • 2018 – 55,881 miles
  • 2017 – 54,646 miles
  • 2016 – 52,344 miles
  • 2015 – 49,497 miles
  • 2014 – 46,871 miles
  • 2013 – 43,559 miles
  • 2012 – 39,835 miles
  • 2011 – 32,827 miles
  • 2010 – 26,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,770 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Exhaust mounting defective Centre section has been cable tied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Rear bush, suspect incorrect bush fitted as different to other side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,770 miles (+13,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    104,770 miles
    Test number
    617293721514
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass91,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    998506053726
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Fail91,519 miles (+12,645)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,519 miles
    Test number
    670416317898
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Pass78,874 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,874 miles
    Test number
    708772339442
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre section has been cable tied (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Rear bush, suspect incorrect bush fitted as different to other side
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker absorber has been cleaned no oil leak
  5. Fail78,822 miles (+8,627)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,822 miles
    Test number
    139048016529
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Tinted (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Tinted (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on dash
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre section has been cable tied (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Rear bush, suspect incorrect bush fitted as different to other side
  6. Pass70,195 miles (+9,629)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,195 miles
    Test number
    842969224781
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass60,566 miles (+3,360)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    60,566 miles
    Test number
    792886322968
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass57,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,206 miles
    Test number
    873599862629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail57,206 miles (+1,325)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,206 miles
    Test number
    949108369182
    • MajorOffside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  10. Pass55,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    55,881 miles
    Test number
    702707541559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail55,881 miles (+1,235)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,881 miles
    Test number
    475324133257
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass54,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,646 miles
    Test number
    876176740293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,646 miles (+2,302)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,646 miles
    Test number
    535091228151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  14. Pass52,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,344 miles
    Test number
    834255018752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,344 miles (+2,847)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,344 miles
    Test number
    276488971178
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass49,497 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,497 miles
    Test number
    835662915252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,871 miles (+3,312)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,871 miles
    Test number
    478189104260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,559 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,559 miles
    Test number
    997571513238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,835 miles (+7,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    327574012287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  20. Pass32,827 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,827 miles
    Test number
    969516721110
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  21. Fail32,744 miles (+5,847)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,744 miles
    Test number
    326494221155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  22. Pass26,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    26,897 miles
    Test number
    341996220123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about LB56 KMF

Does LB56 KMF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 KMF expired on 6 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 KMF?
The MOT on LB56 KMF expired on 6 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 KMF done?
LB56 KMF was recorded at 104,770 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2024, an average of 5,399 miles a year.
Has LB56 KMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 KMF has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 KMF 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 LB56 KMF find?
LB56 KMF passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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