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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

LB59 LCEMOT history

LB59 LCE is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 12 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
106,028 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 LCE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 LCE was last recorded at 106,028 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
98,679 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,349 miles
Average per year
6,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,028 miles
  • 2025 – 98,679 miles
  • 2024 – 92,708 miles
  • 2023 – 89,318 miles
  • 2022 – 86,543 miles
  • 2021 – 83,263 miles
  • 2020 – 80,276 miles
  • 2019 – 77,045 miles
  • 2018 – 74,475 miles
  • 2017 – 69,111 miles
  • 2016 – 60,888 miles
  • 2015 – 52,961 miles
  • 2014 – 40,135 miles
  • 2013 – 24,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,028 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,028 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,028 miles
    Test number
    155961147533
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail106,026 miles (+7,347)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,026 miles
    Test number
    705995661897
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass98,679 miles (+5,971)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    98,679 miles
    Test number
    648164202726
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  4. Pass92,708 miles (+3,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,708 miles
    Test number
    251136918385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass89,318 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    521460961949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail89,318 miles (+2,775)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    263978827686
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  7. Pass86,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    845960824334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,543 miles (+3,280)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    534658958320
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  9. Pass83,263 miles (+2,987)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,263 miles
    Test number
    181324195349
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  10. Pass80,276 miles (+3,231)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,276 miles
    Test number
    776736953416
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  11. Pass77,045 miles (+2,570)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    801254151793
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass74,475 miles (+5,364)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    74,475 miles
    Test number
    985130219655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    794008119603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,111 miles (+8,223)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    443520847508
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
  15. Pass60,888 miles (+7,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,888 miles
    Test number
    262369791294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pads low
  16. Pass52,961 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,961 miles
    Test number
    779451811340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Avon 225/45R17 84W (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail52,961 miles (+12,826)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,961 miles
    Test number
    299235464471
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Avon 225/45R17 84W (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass40,135 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,135 miles
    Test number
    667671944291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,696 miles (+10,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,696 miles
    Test number
    275192334026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass24,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,392 miles
    Test number
    298324523020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,392 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,392 miles
    Test number
    566624323056
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LB59 LCE

Does LB59 LCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 LCE is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 LCE?
The MOT on LB59 LCE is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 LCE done?
LB59 LCE was recorded at 106,028 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,026 miles a year.
Has LB59 LCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 LCE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 LCE 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 LB59 LCE find?
LB59 LCE passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front.; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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