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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

LK56 KMFMOT history

LK56 KMF is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LK56 KMF blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,729 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 KMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 KMF was last recorded at 105,729 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,455 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,274 miles
Average per year
5,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,729 miles
  • 2025 – 104,455 miles
  • 2023 – 101,291 miles
  • 2022 – 90,610 miles
  • 2021 – 76,461 miles
  • 2020 – 64,649 miles
  • 2019 – 55,093 miles
  • 2018 – 50,289 miles
  • 2017 – 45,016 miles
  • 2016 – 42,394 miles
  • 2015 – 35,951 miles
  • 2014 – 29,350 miles
  • 2012 – 23,022 miles
  • 2011 – 19,095 miles
  • 2010 – 14,832 miles
  • 2009 – 11,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,729 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,729 miles
    Test number
    532528196135
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,729 miles (+1,274)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,729 miles
    Test number
    123125829724
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,455 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,455 miles
    Test number
    941325672696
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,455 miles (+3,164)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,455 miles
    Test number
    599217159767
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass101,291 miles (+10,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,291 miles
    Test number
    993675121711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass90,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    641940361826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,591 miles (+14,130)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    623359706717
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass76,461 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,461 miles
    Test number
    513935370428
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers + under trays fitted obscuring view of brake / fuel lines and other components
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail76,461 miles (+11,812)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,461 miles
    Test number
    547476330906
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers + under trays fitted obscuring view of brake / fuel lines and other components
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass64,649 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,649 miles
    Test number
    885537570925
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail64,646 miles (+9,553)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,646 miles
    Test number
    853859626293
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm near side+off side (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass55,093 miles (+4,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,093 miles
    Test number
    720398919563
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass50,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,289 miles
    Test number
    325721766788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly wearing

  14. Fail50,281 miles (+5,265)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    310079734835
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly wearing

  15. Pass45,016 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,016 miles
    Test number
    232585513619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,394 miles
    Test number
    556617153638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,394 miles (+6,443)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,394 miles
    Test number
    125139255344
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass35,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,951 miles
    Test number
    138973945195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,951 miles (+6,601)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,951 miles
    Test number
    769572745194
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass29,350 miles (+6,328)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    29,350 miles
    Test number
    195234314428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,022 miles (+3,927)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    23,022 miles
    Test number
    668519342343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,095 miles (+4,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,095 miles
    Test number
    799728541310
    • 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)

  23. Pass14,832 miles (+3,832)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    14,832 miles
    Test number
    963653060332
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass11,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    11,000 miles
    Test number
    204609949391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 KMF

Does LK56 KMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 KMF is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 KMF?
The MOT on LK56 KMF is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 KMF done?
LK56 KMF was recorded at 105,729 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,653 miles a year.
Has LK56 KMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 KMF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 KMF 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 LK56 KMF find?
LK56 KMF passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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