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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

LL55 BTOMOT history

LL55 BTO is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

LL55 BTO silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
101,635 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL55 BTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL55 BTO was last recorded at 101,635 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 8,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2014: 48,809 miles, lower than 72,926 miles on 5 Aug 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,262 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
8,373 miles
Average per year
5,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,635 miles
  • 2022 – 93,262 miles
  • 2021 – 88,098 miles
  • 2020 – 83,500 miles
  • 2019 – 78,927 miles
  • 2016 – 64,448 miles
  • 2015 – 56,620 miles
  • 2014 – 48,809 miles
  • 2013 – 72,926 miles
  • 2012 – 37,438 miles
  • 2011 – 32,098 miles
  • 2010 – 27,301 miles
  • 2009 – 22,029 miles
  • 2008 – 18,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,635 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension including front & rear subframes are corroded

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,635 miles (+8,373)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,635 miles
    Test number
    624296716140
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension including front & rear subframes are corroded

  2. Pass93,262 miles (+5,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,262 miles
    Test number
    712330049782
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,098 miles (+4,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,098 miles
    Test number
    121424216371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass83,500 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,500 miles
    Test number
    298006761010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,927 miles (+8,630)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,927 miles
    Test number
    807644219865
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,297 miles (+5,849)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,297 miles
    Test number
    165888026965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,448 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,448 miles
    Test number
    487599009278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDamage to tailgate
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing

  8. Fail64,448 miles (+7,828)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,448 miles
    Test number
    182287200462
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDamage to tailgate
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing

  9. Pass56,620 miles (+7,811)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,620 miles
    Test number
    947673125226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,809 miles (-24,117)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,809 miles
    Test number
    147380224283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,926 miles (+35,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,926 miles
    Test number
    519627913234
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass37,438 miles (+5,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,438 miles
    Test number
    327306432262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass32,098 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,098 miles
    Test number
    826065041237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail32,092 miles (+4,791)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,092 miles
    Test number
    696304041223
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCheck wheel alignment due to uneven tyre wear

  15. Pass27,301 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,301 miles
    Test number
    294241130202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,029 miles (+3,998)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,029 miles
    Test number
    392119219432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,031 miles
    Test number
    592271648219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL55 BTO

Does LL55 BTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL55 BTO expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL55 BTO?
The MOT on LL55 BTO expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL55 BTO done?
LL55 BTO was recorded at 101,635 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 5,470 miles a year.
Has LL55 BTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL55 BTO has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LL55 BTO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL55 BTO find?
LL55 BTO failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge; brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel; emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke, and 7 more.

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