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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

LL04 NLKMOT history

LL04 NLK is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 171,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LL04 NLK black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
171,973 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 NLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 NLK was last recorded at 171,973 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 5,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,503 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,470 miles
Average per year
6,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,973 miles
  • 2025 – 166,503 miles
  • 2024 – 161,531 miles
  • 2023 – 155,065 miles
  • 2022 – 149,435 miles
  • 2021 – 145,356 miles
  • 2020 – 141,297 miles
  • 2019 – 136,926 miles
  • 2018 – 129,353 miles
  • 2017 – 121,188 miles
  • 2016 – 113,857 miles
  • 2015 – 107,804 miles
  • 2014 – 99,465 miles
  • 2013 – 90,698 miles
  • 2012 – 82,335 miles
  • 2011 – 74,309 miles
  • 2010 – 66,419 miles
  • 2009 – 57,757 miles
  • 2008 – 49,637 miles
  • 2007 – 40,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,973 miles
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Strong Advisory
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various cut on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Both headlamp beam patterns weak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,973 miles (+5,470)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    171,973 miles
    Test number
    436558396478
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Strong Advisory
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various cut on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass166,503 miles (+4,972)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    166,503 miles
    Test number
    977096725192
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass161,531 miles (+270)5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    161,531 miles
    Test number
    419647288250
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy, beam image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy, beam image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail161,261 miles (+6,196)6 major4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,261 miles
    Test number
    204932880174
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (ON THE LEGAL LIMIT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass155,065 miles (+5,630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    155,065 miles
    Test number
    325915997622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass149,435 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    149,435 miles
    Test number
    447540694195
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail149,435 miles (+4,079)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,435 miles
    Test number
    943304929144
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass145,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    145,356 miles
    Test number
    840343220309
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam patterns weak.

  9. Fail145,356 miles (+4,059)3 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,356 miles
    Test number
    185280750604
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner tyre sidewall delaminating.
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam patterns weak.

  10. Pass141,297 miles (+4,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    141,297 miles
    Test number
    876917768050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer cv boot deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass136,926 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,926 miles
    Test number
    773373112127
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail136,922 miles (+7,569)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,922 miles
    Test number
    152323827971
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass129,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    129,353 miles
    Test number
    207776276659
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  14. Fail129,353 miles (+8,165)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,353 miles
    Test number
    288914243148
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass121,188 miles (+219)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    121,188 miles
    Test number
    701993805189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted under tray fitted obscuring some components.

  16. Fail120,969 miles (+7,112)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,969 miles
    Test number
    934473891307
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted under tray fitted obscuring some components.

  17. Pass113,857 miles (+6,053)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,857 miles
    Test number
    214185452158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass107,804 miles (+8,339)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,804 miles
    Test number
    817864285104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front headlights very slightly starting to deteriorate

  19. Pass99,465 miles (+8,767)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,465 miles
    Test number
    917035884124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,698 miles
    Test number
    268249573444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail90,698 miles (+8,363)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,698 miles
    Test number
    527599573176
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass82,335 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    276197182186
    • NoteEngine light on at dash

  23. Fail82,328 miles (+8,019)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,328 miles
    Test number
    899326282131
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on at dash

  24. Pass74,309 miles (+7,890)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    307515761106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,419 miles (+70)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,419 miles
    Test number
    274193880488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre in poor condition

  26. Fail66,349 miles (+8,592)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,349 miles
    Test number
    953741980123
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre in poor condition

  27. Pass57,757 miles (+8,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,757 miles
    Test number
    150237179148
    • 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)

  28. Pass49,637 miles (+8,639)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,637 miles
    Test number
    750233088196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,998 miles
    Test number
    891652077140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail40,998 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,998 miles
    Test number
    510762977147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL04 NLK

Does LL04 NLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 NLK is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 NLK?
The MOT on LL04 NLK is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 NLK done?
LL04 NLK was recorded at 171,973 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,828 miles a year.
Has LL04 NLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 NLK has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LL04 NLK 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 LL04 NLK find?
LL04 NLK passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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