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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LL03 EKBMOT history

LL03 EKB is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 21 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 203,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LL03 EKB black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
203,681 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 EKB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 EKB was last recorded at 203,681 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 13,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,538 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13,143 miles
Average per year
8,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,681 miles
  • 2024 – 190,538 miles
  • 2023 – 186,132 miles
  • 2022 – 182,474 miles
  • 2021 – 166,455 miles
  • 2020 – 153,848 miles
  • 2019 – 146,351 miles
  • 2018 – 138,121 miles
  • 2017 – 130,690 miles
  • 2016 – 122,533 miles
  • 2015 – 112,260 miles
  • 2014 – 106,825 miles
  • 2013 – 98,441 miles
  • 2012 – 92,349 miles
  • 2011 – 85,840 miles
  • 2010 – 79,547 miles
  • 2009 – 70,291 miles
  • 2008 – 63,129 miles
  • 2007 – 55,744 miles
  • 2006 – 46,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,681 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,681 miles (+13,143)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    203,681 miles
    Test number
    342855033418
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass190,538 miles (+4,406)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    190,538 miles
    Test number
    295676426067
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass186,132 miles (+3)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    186,132 miles
    Test number
    891985402628
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Fail186,129 miles (+3,655)4 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,129 miles
    Test number
    269451747890
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass182,474 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    182,474 miles
    Test number
    369758518369
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorated

  6. Fail182,472 miles (+16,017)2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,472 miles
    Test number
    285511808411
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorated

  7. Pass166,455 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    166,455 miles
    Test number
    798226487003
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorated

  8. Fail166,455 miles (+12,607)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,455 miles
    Test number
    995813995242
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorated

  9. Pass153,848 miles (+7,497)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    153,848 miles
    Test number
    777612995414
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front's (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front's (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack as play

  10. Pass146,351 miles (+8,230)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,351 miles
    Test number
    156249294536
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass138,121 miles (+7,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,121 miles
    Test number
    892184057488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wish bone arm rear bush is worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass130,690 miles (+8,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    130,690 miles
    Test number
    848187731887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexy (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass122,533 miles (+10,273)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,533 miles
    Test number
    306073281583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,260 miles (+5,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    437450945117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass106,825 miles (+8,384)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,825 miles
    Test number
    216811444492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,441 miles (+6,092)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,441 miles
    Test number
    677243833146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,349 miles1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,349 miles
    Test number
    739680952126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s front tyre small cracks in wall.
    • NoteSmall crack in n/s top corner of screen.

  18. Pass92,349 miles (+6,509)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,349 miles
    Test number
    956780352144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s front tyre small cracks in wall.
    • NoteSmall crack in n/s top corner of screen.

  19. Pass85,840 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    198566941104
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracks in inner walls.

  20. Fail85,840 miles (+6,293)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    705526341157
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracks in inner walls.

  21. Pass79,547 miles (+9,256)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    124414340199
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExhaust centre mount corroded.
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked.

  22. Pass70,291 miles (+7,162)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,291 miles
    Test number
    142652359160
    • NoteOffside front door mirror cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread starting to block on inner edge

  23. Pass63,129 miles (+25)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    63,129 miles
    Test number
    573829408190
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside mirror cracked
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated

  24. Fail63,104 miles (+7,360)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,104 miles
    Test number
    134656808162
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside mirror cracked
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated

  25. Pass55,744 miles (+8,974)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,744 miles
    Test number
    611087717129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,770 miles
    Test number
    544160806215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,770 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,770 miles
    Test number
    643360006293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL03 EKB

Does LL03 EKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 EKB is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL03 EKB?
The MOT on LL03 EKB is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 EKB done?
LL03 EKB was recorded at 203,681 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 8,117 miles a year.
Has LL03 EKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 EKB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LL03 EKB 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 LL03 EKB find?
LL03 EKB passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration, and 7 more.

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