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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB56 TXUMOT history

LB56 TXU is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 124,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2023
Mileage
124,981 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 TXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 TXU was last recorded at 124,981 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,981 miles · 4 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,981 miles
  • 2021 – 115,530 miles
  • 2020 – 106,044 miles
  • 2019 – 101,844 miles
  • 2018 – 93,413 miles
  • 2017 – 87,011 miles
  • 2016 – 78,627 miles
  • 2015 – 66,059 miles
  • 2014 – 60,678 miles
  • 2013 – 53,506 miles
  • 2012 – 46,725 miles
  • 2011 – 39,758 miles
  • 2009 – 29,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,981 miles
  • AdvisoryCan smell diesel but unable to see where from, no visible leaks.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryMIL lamp on but before 2008Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch cover insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has around 3.5mm left on treadRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge around inner tread and going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged but does not effect the light outputRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder tray hanging down but still secureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass124,981 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    124,981 miles
    Test number
    876159124115
    • AdvisoryCan smell diesel but unable to see where from, no visible leaks.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on but before 2008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch cover insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has around 3.5mm left on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge around inner tread and going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged but does not effect the light output
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray hanging down but still secure

  2. Fail124,981 miles (+9,451)1 dangerous3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,981 miles
    Test number
    442102559729
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure around inner wall 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCan smell diesel but unable to see where from, no visible leaks.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on but before 2008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch cover insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has around 3.5mm left on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge around inner tread and going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged but does not effect the light output
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray hanging down but still secure

  3. Pass115,530 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    115,530 miles
    Test number
    941253529057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail115,530 miles (+9,486)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,530 miles
    Test number
    734328785672
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass106,044 miles (+4,200)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,044 miles
    Test number
    745042115973
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,844 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,844 miles
    Test number
    613757748714
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen marked by wiper blade

  7. Fail101,844 miles (+8,431)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,844 miles
    Test number
    854658654050
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen marked by wiper blade

  8. Pass93,413 miles (+6,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,413 miles
    Test number
    903047919224
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass87,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    87,011 miles
    Test number
    486553367726
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail87,011 miles (+8,384)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,011 miles
    Test number
    304080695793
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass78,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,627 miles
    Test number
    803107801512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,623 miles (+12,564)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,623 miles
    Test number
    803969555545
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick And rears (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And rear (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass66,059 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,059 miles
    Test number
    376776409102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,994 miles (+5,316)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    978732585048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    187616024177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,678 miles (+7,172)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    627226624168
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass53,506 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,506 miles
    Test number
    906537223142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,725 miles (+6,967)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,725 miles
    Test number
    949974942119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,758 miles (+10,018)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,758 miles
    Test number
    335896241166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,740 miles
    Test number
    494376849402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 TXU

Does LB56 TXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 TXU expired on 4 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 TXU?
The MOT on LB56 TXU expired on 4 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 TXU done?
LB56 TXU was recorded at 124,981 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 7,582 miles a year.
Has LB56 TXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 TXU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 TXU 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 TXU find?
LB56 TXU passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with 14 advisories: can smell diesel but unable to see where from, no visible leaks.; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside, and 11 more.

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