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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

LK04 BYEMOT history

LK04 BYE is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 196,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LK04 BYE blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
196,039 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 BYE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 BYE was last recorded at 196,039 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 14,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,083 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
14,956 miles
Average per year
10,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,039 miles
  • 2025 – 181,083 miles
  • 2024 – 168,002 miles
  • 2023 – 154,134 miles
  • 2022 – 129,958 miles
  • 2021 – 125,535 miles
  • 2020 – 116,016 miles
  • 2018 – 111,824 miles
  • 2017 – 102,232 miles
  • 2016 – 92,330 miles
  • 2015 – 82,674 miles
  • 2014 – 72,503 miles
  • 2013 – 60,454 miles
  • 2012 – 51,914 miles
  • 2011 – 42,485 miles
  • 2010 – 30,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,039 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,039 miles (+14,956)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    196,039 miles
    Test number
    624665788390
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass181,083 miles (+13,081)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    181,083 miles
    Test number
    329191618008
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve/joiner slightly leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Sump plug washer leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Exhaust heat shield slightly loose

  3. Pass168,002 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    168,002 miles
    Test number
    394308828128
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail168,001 miles (+13,867)4 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,001 miles
    Test number
    188989724008
    • 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,134 miles (+24,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,134 miles
    Test number
    268573814103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass129,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,958 miles
    Test number
    866329673750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail129,958 miles (+4,423)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,958 miles
    Test number
    149483689963
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass125,535 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,535 miles
    Test number
    848191412066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail125,522 miles (+9,506)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,522 miles
    Test number
    100580550372
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements tinted (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  10. Pass116,016 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,016 miles
    Test number
    777548152013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,824 miles (+9,592)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    111,824 miles
    Test number
    998912593694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,232 miles (+9,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,232 miles
    Test number
    240889757330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass92,330 miles (+9,656)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,330 miles
    Test number
    132402347183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,674 miles (+10,171)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    82,674 miles
    Test number
    156820615097
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteNear side front tyre getting low
    • NoteOff side front tyre getting low

  15. Pass72,503 miles (+12,049)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,503 miles
    Test number
    517619424052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,454 miles
    Test number
    178109223474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,453 miles (+8,539)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,453 miles
    Test number
    956729223014
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,914 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    638776522066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail51,914 miles (+9,429)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    346826322022
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass42,485 miles (+11,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,485 miles
    Test number
    169972431422
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wearing on outside edge

  21. Pass30,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,934 miles
    Test number
    843412420011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 BYE

Does LK04 BYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 BYE is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 BYE?
The MOT on LK04 BYE is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 BYE done?
LK04 BYE was recorded at 196,039 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 10,333 miles a year.
Has LK04 BYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 BYE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LK04 BYE 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 LK04 BYE find?
LK04 BYE passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front lower coolant leak, and 3 more.

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