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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LD53 UGEMOT history

LD53 UGE is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 24 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 112,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

LD53 UGE red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
112,805 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 UGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 UGE was last recorded at 112,805 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,805 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,805 miles
  • 2024 – 107,172 miles
  • 2023 – 107,063 miles
  • 2022 – 101,504 miles
  • 2021 – 99,423 miles
  • 2020 – 96,782 miles
  • 2019 – 93,975 miles
  • 2018 – 90,310 miles
  • 2017 – 84,865 miles
  • 2016 – 78,200 miles
  • 2015 – 73,694 miles
  • 2014 – 66,316 miles
  • 2013 – 58,899 miles
  • 2012 – 56,911 miles
  • 2011 – 52,843 miles
  • 2010 – 45,081 miles
  • 2009 – 40,769 miles
  • 2008 – 31,215 miles
  • 2007 – 24,738 miles
  • 2006 – 16,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,805 miles
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front and rear bumpers slight damage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front and rear suspension rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,805 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    112,805 miles
    Test number
    215817651880
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame 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))

  2. Fail112,805 miles (+5,633)9 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,805 miles
    Test number
    563155864102
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame 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))

  3. Pass107,172 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    107,172 miles
    Test number
    801505514838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumpers slight damage
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension rusty

  4. Fail107,172 miles (+109)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,172 miles
    Test number
    938288907563
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumpers slight damage
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension rusty

  5. Fail107,063 miles (+5,559)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,063 miles
    Test number
    377493225132
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumpers slight damage
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension rusty

  6. Pass101,504 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,504 miles
    Test number
    211492342622
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame and both front suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail101,540 miles (+2,117)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,540 miles
    Test number
    580998024111
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working Both stop lamps inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame and both front suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass99,423 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,423 miles
    Test number
    626450241309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail99,423 miles (+2,641)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,423 miles
    Test number
    588595692863
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass96,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,782 miles
    Test number
    478805152718
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail96,782 miles (+2,807)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,782 miles
    Test number
    753775717351
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass93,975 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,975 miles
    Test number
    913752153347
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror reflector faded (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail93,975 miles (+3,665)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,975 miles
    Test number
    161006722618
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror reflector faded (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass90,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,310 miles
    Test number
    840803783971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,310 miles (+5,445)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,310 miles
    Test number
    284191931473
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  16. Pass84,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,865 miles
    Test number
    522780781884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,865 miles (+6,665)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,865 miles
    Test number
    469805295718
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass78,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,200 miles
    Test number
    677343958077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,200 miles (+4,506)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,200 miles
    Test number
    451820188096
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass73,694 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,694 miles
    Test number
    912874053564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,316 miles
    Test number
    316352174479
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail66,316 miles (+7,417)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,316 miles
    Test number
    536682174291
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass58,899 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,899 miles
    Test number
    959394963223
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished but no ply or cord visable.

  24. Fail58,891 miles (+1,980)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,891 miles
    Test number
    747522563272
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished but no ply or cord visable.

  25. Pass56,911 miles (+4,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,911 miles
    Test number
    529897452212
    • NoteSurface cracks on sidewalls of rear tyres not deep

  26. Pass52,843 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,843 miles
    Test number
    389423471250
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very perished
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from centre joint

  27. Fail52,843 miles (+7,762)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,843 miles
    Test number
    727402771249
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very perished
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from centre joint

  28. Pass45,081 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,081 miles
    Test number
    454448300488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,769 miles
    Test number
    420332739414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail40,769 miles (+9,554)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,769 miles
    Test number
    911162639350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass31,215 miles (+6,477)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,215 miles
    Test number
    993159178110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass24,738 miles (+8,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,738 miles
    Test number
    234403477172
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass16,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,643 miles
    Test number
    772374606019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 UGE

Does LD53 UGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 UGE expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 UGE?
The MOT on LD53 UGE expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 UGE done?
LD53 UGE was recorded at 112,805 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 4,885 miles a year.
Has LD53 UGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 UGE has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 UGE 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 UGE find?
LD53 UGE passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with 10 advisories: front exhaust heat shield insecure; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 7 more.

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