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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LB56 VLTMOT history

LB56 VLT is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 7 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 71,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
71,482 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VLT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VLT was last recorded at 71,482 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 1,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,234 miles · 1 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,248 miles
Average per year
3,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,482 miles
  • 2024 – 70,234 miles
  • 2023 – 65,839 miles
  • 2022 – 60,709 miles
  • 2021 – 58,905 miles
  • 2020 – 55,024 miles
  • 2019 – 53,010 miles
  • 2017 – 51,371 miles
  • 2015 – 39,586 miles
  • 2014 – 37,672 miles
  • 2013 – 34,310 miles
  • 2012 – 30,561 miles
  • 2011 – 25,229 miles
  • 2010 – 20,532 miles
  • 2009 – 16,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,482 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,482 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    71,482 miles
    Test number
    680322574737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail71,482 miles (+1,248)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,482 miles
    Test number
    457499227717
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass70,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,234 miles
    Test number
    890246066087
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail70,234 miles (+4,395)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,234 miles
    Test number
    949070342415
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass65,839 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    796808788810
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail65,839 miles (+5,130)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    632612142500
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass60,709 miles (+1,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,709 miles
    Test number
    163761842000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass58,905 miles (+3,881)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,905 miles
    Test number
    274481167367
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass55,024 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,024 miles
    Test number
    749793657502
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine lumpy on idle

  10. Fail55,024 miles (+2,014)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,024 miles
    Test number
    810281221320
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine lumpy on idle

  11. Pass53,010 miles (+1,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,010 miles
    Test number
    633124678789
    • AdvisorySlight weap from nearside inner and outer cv boot

  12. Pass51,371 miles (+11,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,371 miles
    Test number
    303391958634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass40,340 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,340 miles
    Test number
    485214167994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,586 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    39,586 miles
    Test number
    166669804619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,672 miles (+3,362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    37,672 miles
    Test number
    438440004494
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass34,310 miles (+3,749)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,310 miles
    Test number
    657064193236
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass30,561 miles (+5,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,561 miles
    Test number
    817538192266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass25,229 miles (+4,697)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,229 miles
    Test number
    855367791258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,532 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    20,532 miles
    Test number
    532641290280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    16,450 miles
    Test number
    562178809323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VLT

Does LB56 VLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VLT is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VLT?
The MOT on LB56 VLT is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 VLT done?
LB56 VLT was recorded at 71,482 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,359 miles a year.
Has LB56 VLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VLT has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 VLT 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 VLT find?
LB56 VLT passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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