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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB56 WLXMOT history

LB56 WLX is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 7 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
143,443 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 WLX
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
7 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 WLX was last recorded at 143,443 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 6,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,958 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,485 miles
Average per year
7,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,443 miles
  • 2024 – 136,958 miles
  • 2023 – 130,104 miles
  • 2022 – 122,362 miles
  • 2021 – 111,499 miles
  • 2020 – 104,987 miles
  • 2019 – 101,108 miles
  • 2018 – 96,988 miles
  • 2017 – 91,326 miles
  • 2016 – 83,526 miles
  • 2015 – 76,964 miles
  • 2014 – 66,273 miles
  • 2013 – 50,479 miles
  • 2012 – 38,264 miles
  • 2011 – 36,200 miles
  • 2010 – 29,935 miles
  • 2009 – 25,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,443 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUndertrays

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Eml illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,443 miles (+6,485)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    143,443 miles
    Test number
    574667054644
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  2. Pass136,958 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    136,958 miles
    Test number
    393582556604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml illuminated
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Fail136,956 miles (+6,852)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,956 miles
    Test number
    870762700847
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible incorectly fitted or wrong spring (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml illuminated
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Pass130,104 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    130,104 miles
    Test number
    730989607722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,102 miles (+7,740)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,102 miles
    Test number
    583302141025
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  6. Pass122,362 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,362 miles
    Test number
    787627135864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,346 miles (+10,847)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,346 miles
    Test number
    374320534432
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass111,499 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,499 miles
    Test number
    103140835566
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted obscuring underside components

  9. Fail111,499 miles (+6,512)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,499 miles
    Test number
    802493753764
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted obscuring underside components

  10. Pass104,987 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    884680655695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,132 miles
    Test number
    237723917623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,132 miles (+3,024)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,132 miles
    Test number
    453281499003
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass101,108 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,108 miles
    Test number
    647996590016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,988 miles (+5,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    96,988 miles
    Test number
    933055575738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass91,326 miles (+7,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    91,326 miles
    Test number
    150886150758
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass83,526 miles (+6,562)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    203078126193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,964 miles (+10,691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,964 miles
    Test number
    447551395030
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass66,273 miles (+15,794)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    238548294085
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWindscreen cracked but not restricting drivers view

  19. Pass50,479 miles (+12,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,479 miles
    Test number
    458727873058
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass38,264 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,264 miles
    Test number
    957024202153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,200 miles (+6,265)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    318444611361
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  22. Pass29,935 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,935 miles
    Test number
    292760740302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,773 miles
    Test number
    324176739345
    • 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 WLX

Does LB56 WLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 WLX is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 WLX?
The MOT on LB56 WLX is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 WLX done?
LB56 WLX was recorded at 143,443 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 7,347 miles a year.
Has LB56 WLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 WLX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 WLX 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 WLX find?
LB56 WLX passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear inner sill corroded; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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