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Audi A1

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LD53 LYDMOT history

LD53 LYD is a black diesel Audi A1 first used on 2 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 141,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LD53 LYD black Audi A1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
141,507 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 LYD was last recorded at 141,507 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 320 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,187 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
320 miles
Average per year
9,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,507 miles
  • 2024 – 128,364 miles
  • 2023 – 113,796 miles
  • 2022 – 106,179 miles
  • 2021 – 102,416 miles
  • 2020 – 96,742 miles
  • 2019 – 89,526 miles
  • 2018 – 79,789 miles
  • 2017 – 68,764 miles
  • 2016 – 55,868 miles
  • 2015 – 40,565 miles
  • 2014 – 26,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,507 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve clamp broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both track rods

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both wheel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,507 miles (+320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    141,507 miles
    Test number
    951209324942
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Fail141,187 miles (+12,823)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,187 miles
    Test number
    284777750159
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass128,364 miles (+640)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,364 miles
    Test number
    582063105244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both track rods (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail127,724 miles (+13,928)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,724 miles
    Test number
    491562012576
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both track rods (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass113,796 miles (+7,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,796 miles
    Test number
    634781706231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass106,179 miles (+3,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,179 miles
    Test number
    518163219693
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Exhaust silencer slightly loose skin on back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass102,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,416 miles
    Test number
    149220055905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail102,416 miles (+5,674)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,416 miles
    Test number
    892736703173
    • 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))
  9. Pass96,742 miles (+7,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,742 miles
    Test number
    133558156630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass89,526 miles (+9,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,526 miles
    Test number
    746473598223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inside edge
  11. Pass79,789 miles (+11,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,789 miles
    Test number
    676025428022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  12. Pass68,764 miles (+12,896)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,764 miles
    Test number
    812485842109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,868 miles (+15,303)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    55,868 miles
    Test number
    374717501762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,565 miles (+14,002)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,565 miles
    Test number
    385768149476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,563 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    26,563 miles
    Test number
    388286184206
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LD53 LYD

Does LD53 LYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 LYD is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LYD?
The MOT on LD53 LYD is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 LYD done?
LD53 LYD was recorded at 141,507 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 9,996 miles a year.
Has LD53 LYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LYD has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 LYD 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 LD53 LYD find?
LD53 LYD passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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