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Audi A2

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM03 LTAMOT history

LM03 LTA is a silver petrol Audi A2 first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 158,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LM03 LTA silver Audi A2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
158,769 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 LTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A2
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 LTA was last recorded at 158,769 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 7,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,601 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,168 miles
Average per year
7,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,769 miles
  • 2025 – 151,601 miles
  • 2024 – 147,329 miles
  • 2023 – 138,711 miles
  • 2022 – 129,616 miles
  • 2021 – 120,175 miles
  • 2020 – 113,526 miles
  • 2019 – 104,854 miles
  • 2018 – 93,701 miles
  • 2017 – 81,454 miles
  • 2016 – 73,738 miles
  • 2015 – 54,601 miles
  • 2014 – 38,289 miles
  • 2013 – 23,351 miles
  • 2012 – 20,198 miles
  • 2011 – 17,280 miles
  • 2009 – 13,279 miles
  • 2008 – 10,015 miles
  • 2007 – 7,772 miles
  • 2006 – 6,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,769 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear -parking brake performance is low
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust rattle from the rear silencer and the catalytic converter

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Handbrake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,769 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    158,769 miles
    Test number
    437863828982
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear -parking brake performance is low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rattle from the rear silencer and the catalytic converter

  2. Fail158,769 miles (+7,168)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,769 miles
    Test number
    722212601867
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear -parking brake performance is low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rattle from the rear silencer and the catalytic converter

  3. Pass151,601 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    151,601 miles
    Test number
    732358328964
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  4. Fail151,592 miles (+4,263)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,592 miles
    Test number
    549392605612
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  5. Pass147,329 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    147,329 miles
    Test number
    904037490002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,325 miles (+8,614)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,325 miles
    Test number
    418034227469
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,711 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    138,711 miles
    Test number
    831011068068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail138,711 miles (+9,095)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,711 miles
    Test number
    543038519228
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass129,616 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,616 miles
    Test number
    948406938218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail129,616 miles (+9,441)3 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,616 miles
    Test number
    322827126784
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass120,175 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,175 miles
    Test number
    213075133889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail120,175 miles (+6,649)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,175 miles
    Test number
    380843019882
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated and condensation (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass113,526 miles (+8,672)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    113,526 miles
    Test number
    354011460253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,854 miles
    Test number
    113526858854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,854 miles (+11,153)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,854 miles
    Test number
    135563937466
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass93,701 miles (+12,247)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,701 miles
    Test number
    598755989452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,454 miles (+7,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,454 miles
    Test number
    629100777209
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Pass73,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,738 miles
    Test number
    837396902270
    • AdvisoryMetal in osr tyre

  19. Fail73,738 miles (+19,137)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,738 miles
    Test number
    485761354465
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryMetal in osr tyre

  20. Pass54,601 miles (+16,312)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    926581915145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,289 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,289 miles
    Test number
    297966534171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,858 miles (+12,507)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,858 miles
    Test number
    848044994006
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Fail23,351 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,351 miles
    Test number
    377519093080
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass23,351 miles (+3,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,351 miles
    Test number
    469669593067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass20,198 miles (+2,918)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,198 miles
    Test number
    215823882025
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wall cracking on inner sidewall

  26. Pass17,280 miles (+4,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,280 miles
    Test number
    469758831029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass13,279 miles (+3,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,279 miles
    Test number
    242909809283
    • NoteFront bonet damege

  28. Pass10,015 miles (+2,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,015 miles
    Test number
    431937878183
    • 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)

  29. Pass7,772 miles (+1,361)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    7,772 miles
    Test number
    704339767158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass6,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    6,411 miles
    Test number
    552240256168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 LTA

Does LM03 LTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 LTA is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 LTA?
The MOT on LM03 LTA is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 LTA done?
LM03 LTA was recorded at 158,769 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 7,652 miles a year.
Has LM03 LTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 LTA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 LTA 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 LM03 LTA find?
LM03 LTA passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear -parking brake performance is low; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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