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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

LC59 VCFMOT history

LC59 VCF is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 11 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 96,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LC59 VCF silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
96,668 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC59 VCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC59 VCF was last recorded at 96,668 miles on 8 May 2026, 3,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,735 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,933 miles
Average per year
6,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,668 miles
  • 2025 – 92,735 miles
  • 2024 – 84,856 miles
  • 2023 – 78,021 miles
  • 2022 – 71,353 miles
  • 2021 – 65,194 miles
  • 2020 – 55,332 miles
  • 2019 – 44,862 miles
  • 2018 – 36,190 miles
  • 2017 – 27,558 miles
  • 2016 – 23,443 miles
  • 2014 – 14,813 miles
  • 2013 – 10,336 miles
  • 2012 – 8,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,668 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Engine cover fitted obscuring some components fitted in engine bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine under tray fitted obscuring some components fitted underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre outer sidewall badly perished

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre sidewall badly perished

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre sidewall badly perished

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,668 miles (+3,933)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,668 miles
    Test number
    960357886952
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass92,735 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,735 miles
    Test number
    403172202250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail92,724 miles (+7,868)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,724 miles
    Test number
    968481795175
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass84,856 miles (+6,835)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    84,856 miles
    Test number
    296512410109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass78,021 miles (+6,668)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,021 miles
    Test number
    636353467838
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass71,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    71,353 miles
    Test number
    975389409567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,353 miles (+6,159)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,353 miles
    Test number
    332657410603
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass65,194 miles (+9,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,194 miles
    Test number
    236440849709
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass55,332 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    255505154091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,331 miles (+10,469)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,331 miles
    Test number
    422687000485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass44,862 miles (+8,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,862 miles
    Test number
    314548331778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass36,190 miles (+8,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    36,190 miles
    Test number
    934635883261
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass27,558 miles3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    27,558 miles
    Test number
    255361610333
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre outer sidewall badly perished
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre sidewall badly perished
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre sidewall badly perished
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components fitted in engine bay
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted obscuring some components fitted underneath
  14. Fail27,558 miles (+4,115)3 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,558 miles
    Test number
    218820689585
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre outer sidewall badly perished
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre sidewall badly perished
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre sidewall badly perished
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components fitted in engine bay
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted obscuring some components fitted underneath
  15. Pass23,443 miles (+8,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,443 miles
    Test number
    419875278465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall cracking
  16. Pass14,813 miles (+4,477)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    14,813 miles
    Test number
    118737314360
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass10,336 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    10,336 miles
    Test number
    246459513319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    8,363 miles
    Test number
    175736042344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC59 VCF

Does LC59 VCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC59 VCF is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC59 VCF?
The MOT on LC59 VCF is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC59 VCF done?
LC59 VCF was recorded at 96,668 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,588 miles a year.
Has LC59 VCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC59 VCF has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LC59 VCF 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 LC59 VCF find?
LC59 VCF passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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