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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 GVEMOT history

LD08 GVE is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 141,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2024.

LD08 GVE blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
141,193 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 GVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 GVE was last recorded at 141,193 miles on 8 Jul 2024, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,149 miles · 24 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
7,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,193 miles
  • 2023 – 134,767 miles
  • 2022 – 131,308 miles
  • 2020 – 124,796 miles
  • 2019 – 115,560 miles
  • 2018 – 110,851 miles
  • 2017 – 105,497 miles
  • 2016 – 97,787 miles
  • 2015 – 90,540 miles
  • 2014 – 82,033 miles
  • 2013 – 68,627 miles
  • 2012 – 56,404 miles
  • 2011 – 43,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,193 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,193 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,193 miles
    Test number
    612345645817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail141,149 miles (+23)1 dangerous8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,149 miles
    Test number
    725998201450
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail141,126 miles (+6,359)1 dangerous10 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,126 miles
    Test number
    963530624075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective No pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower 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 Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Necklace on mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm is cast and Offside Front is mild steel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread & Outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit 2.34mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished badly in tread & Outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass134,767 miles (+3,459)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    134,767 miles
    Test number
    465865571360
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass131,308 miles (+6,512)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    131,308 miles
    Test number
    525530172842
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass124,796 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    124,796 miles
    Test number
    948989184626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,560 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,560 miles
    Test number
    842424246716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail115,555 miles (+4,704)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,555 miles
    Test number
    450189947698
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  9. Pass110,851 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,851 miles
    Test number
    950839735669
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray insucure
  10. Fail110,831 miles (+5,334)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,831 miles
    Test number
    992865052484
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray insucure
  11. Pass105,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,497 miles
    Test number
    309349216245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,492 miles (+7,705)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,492 miles
    Test number
    947912628602
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  13. Pass97,787 miles (+7,247)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,787 miles
    Test number
    632990507779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,540 miles
    Test number
    236683435440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail90,540 miles (+8,507)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,540 miles
    Test number
    889653335130
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass82,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,033 miles
    Test number
    157244634114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,033 miles (+13,406)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,033 miles
    Test number
    249204134155
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass68,627 miles (+12,223)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,627 miles
    Test number
    308585973071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass56,404 miles (+13,194)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    169011162089
    • NoteCentre lap belt webbing has been removed
    • NoteNo emmissions print out was produced due to low emmissions
  20. Pass43,210 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,210 miles
    Test number
    586296171027
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteEmissions to clean and pressure to low to get a reading from smoke meter
    • NoteRear centre seat belt webbing has been removed

Questions about LD08 GVE

Does LD08 GVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 GVE expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 GVE?
The MOT on LD08 GVE expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 GVE done?
LD08 GVE was recorded at 141,193 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2024, an average of 7,361 miles a year.
Has LD08 GVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 GVE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 GVE 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 LD08 GVE find?
LD08 GVE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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