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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB56 RKUMOT history

LB56 RKU is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 140,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2023
Mileage
140,345 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 RKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 RKU was last recorded at 140,345 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 6,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,216 miles · 6 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,129 miles
Average per year
4,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 140,345 miles
  • 2021 – 134,216 miles
  • 2020 – 131,286 miles
  • 2019 – 126,355 miles
  • 2018 – 121,471 miles
  • 2017 – 117,323 miles
  • 2016 – 113,195 miles
  • 2015 – 110,423 miles
  • 2014 – 105,165 miles
  • 2013 – 99,744 miles
  • 2012 – 94,892 miles
  • 2011 – 89,705 miles
  • 2010 – 84,423 miles
  • 2009 – 78,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,345 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad warning wire broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,345 miles (+6,129)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    140,345 miles
    Test number
    588513045261
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,216 miles (+2,930)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,216 miles
    Test number
    119468061831
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass131,286 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    131,286 miles
    Test number
    210983838127
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear seat belt buckle outer clasp missing but still fully functional
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp not working

  4. Fail131,286 miles (+4,931)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,286 miles
    Test number
    224682567129
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear seat belt buckle outer clasp missing but still fully functional
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp not working

  5. Pass126,355 miles (+4,884)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,355 miles
    Test number
    857672148460
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  6. Pass121,471 miles (+4,148)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,471 miles
    Test number
    971814899525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underbody
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  7. Pass117,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,323 miles
    Test number
    754863659500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,323 miles (+4,128)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,323 miles
    Test number
    760996355082
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass113,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    113,195 miles
    Test number
    628002926269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear age cracked and split on side wall
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail113,195 miles (+2,772)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,195 miles
    Test number
    999001864439
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear age cracked and split on side wall
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass110,423 miles (+5,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    110,423 miles
    Test number
    919582285041
    • AdvisoryRear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass105,165 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    105,165 miles
    Test number
    409230584058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres age cracked

  13. Fail105,163 miles (+5,419)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,163 miles
    Test number
    437630384020
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres age cracked

  14. Pass99,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,744 miles
    Test number
    115950383014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail99,744 miles (+4,852)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,744 miles
    Test number
    576600483083
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass94,892 miles (+5,187)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    94,892 miles
    Test number
    558229982080
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass89,705 miles (+5,282)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    235384971028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,423 miles (+6,216)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,423 miles
    Test number
    380289080051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    78,207 miles
    Test number
    651214639313
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB56 RKU

Does LB56 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 RKU expired on 19 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 RKU?
The MOT on LB56 RKU expired on 19 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 RKU done?
LB56 RKU was recorded at 140,345 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 4,853 miles a year.
Has LB56 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 RKU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LB56 RKU 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 RKU find?
LB56 RKU passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2022 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pad warning wire broken, and 11 more.

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