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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

LB56 MVOMOT history

LB56 MVO is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 21 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2026
Mileage
101,811 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 MVO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 MVO was last recorded at 101,811 miles on 12 Sept 2025, 3,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Dec 2012: 1,324 miles, lower than 51,000 miles on 14 Dec 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
98,411 miles · 15 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,400 miles
Average per year
4,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,811 miles
  • 2022 – 98,411 miles
  • 2021 – 90,491 miles
  • 2020 – 84,752 miles
  • 2019 – 81,019 miles
  • 2018 – 77,882 miles
  • 2017 – 74,972 miles
  • 2016 – 71,558 miles
  • 2015 – 67,835 miles
  • 2014 – 63,850 miles
  • 2013 – 59,425 miles
  • 2012 – 1,324 miles
  • 2011 – 51,000 miles
  • 2010 – 45,653 miles
  • 2009 – 33,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,811 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted by Manufacture.

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,811 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    805510728381
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted by Manufacture.

  2. Fail101,811 miles (+3,400)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    185277533795
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted by Manufacture.

  3. Pass98,411 miles (+7,920)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,411 miles
    Test number
    910453603519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,491 miles (+5,739)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,491 miles
    Test number
    560189856936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,752 miles (+3,733)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,752 miles
    Test number
    311943195925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,019 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,019 miles
    Test number
    488945958453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,940 miles (+3,058)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,940 miles
    Test number
    553727305241
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass77,882 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,882 miles
    Test number
    167045165553
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail77,882 miles (+2,910)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,882 miles
    Test number
    291071626086
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass74,972 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    173269238353
    • AdvisoryBoth front and nearside rear tyres worn low on edges.
    • AdvisoryDrag from offside rear brake.

  11. Fail74,972 miles (+3,414)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    500524313519
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and nearside rear tyres worn low on edges.
    • AdvisoryDrag from offside rear brake.

  12. Pass71,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    322425903888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail71,558 miles (+3,723)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    323099103055
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass67,835 miles (+3,985)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,835 miles
    Test number
    430914367065
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' also light scoring to screen (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass63,850 miles9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,850 miles
    Test number
    226642254322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail63,850 miles (+4,425)2 repaired9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,850 miles
    Test number
    569862854388
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass59,425 miles7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,425 miles
    Test number
    565500653362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre under inflated.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail59,425 miles (+58,101)2 repaired7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,425 miles
    Test number
    625610153359
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre under inflated.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass1,324 miles (-49,676)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    1,324 miles
    Test number
    927959542332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass51,000 miles (+5,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,000 miles
    Test number
    777878841357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass45,653 miles (+1,317)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    281742550316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,336 miles
    Test number
    623127660234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,336 miles (+11,150)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,336 miles
    Test number
    182427160261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass33,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    351685389442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail33,186 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    640715789249
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB56 MVO

Does LB56 MVO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 MVO expired on 11 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 MVO?
The MOT on LB56 MVO expired on 11 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 MVO done?
LB56 MVO was recorded at 101,811 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2025, an average of 4,311 miles a year.
Has LB56 MVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 MVO has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 MVO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 MVO find?
LB56 MVO passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; under trays fitted by manufacture..

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