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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

LB56 VLPMOT history

LB56 VLP is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2026
Mileage
125,425 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VLP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VLP was last recorded at 125,425 miles on 26 Jul 2025, 6,819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,606 miles · 27 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
6,819 miles
Average per year
6,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,425 miles
  • 2024 – 118,606 miles
  • 2023 – 95,900 miles
  • 2022 – 93,436 miles
  • 2021 – 89,075 miles
  • 2020 – 86,217 miles
  • 2019 – 82,831 miles
  • 2018 – 78,673 miles
  • 2017 – 74,595 miles
  • 2016 – 71,421 miles
  • 2015 – 64,992 miles
  • 2014 – 58,914 miles
  • 2013 – 53,975 miles
  • 2012 – 47,004 miles
  • 2011 – 36,042 miles
  • 2010 – 23,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,425 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Underbody corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,425 miles (+6,819)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,425 miles
    Test number
    889758501221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,606 miles (+22,706)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    118,606 miles
    Test number
    123715495654
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front - back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,900 miles (+2,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,900 miles
    Test number
    956277133151
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,436 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,436 miles
    Test number
    765186329494
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  5. Fail93,436 miles (+4,361)2 dangerous2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,436 miles
    Test number
    471819657116
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  6. Pass89,075 miles (+2,858)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,075 miles
    Test number
    129736200444
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  7. Pass86,217 miles (+3,386)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,217 miles
    Test number
    977609211606
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer gaitors (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass82,831 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,831 miles
    Test number
    670238404068
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail82,831 miles (+4,158)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,831 miles
    Test number
    568398119848
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass78,673 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,673 miles
    Test number
    397106772415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail78,673 miles (+4,078)4 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,673 miles
    Test number
    436898493886
    • 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass74,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,595 miles
    Test number
    143079085241
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail74,595 miles (+3,174)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,595 miles
    Test number
    837373336052
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass71,421 miles (+6,429)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,421 miles
    Test number
    886425454491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,992 miles (+6,078)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    64,992 miles
    Test number
    319509805451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,914 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,914 miles
    Test number
    327096604414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,975 miles (+6,971)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,975 miles
    Test number
    516933513233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,004 miles (+10,962)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,004 miles
    Test number
    525104512227
    • NoteWheel trims fitted.

  19. Pass36,042 miles (+12,631)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,042 miles
    Test number
    657972901237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    23,411 miles
    Test number
    312898490109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VLP

Does LB56 VLP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 VLP expired on 25 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VLP?
The MOT on LB56 VLP expired on 25 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 VLP done?
LB56 VLP was recorded at 125,425 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2025, an average of 6,789 miles a year.
Has LB56 VLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VLP has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 VLP 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 VLP find?
LB56 VLP passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2025 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 4 more.

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