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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LM03 YNKMOT history

LM03 YNK is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 98,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2022.

LM03 YNK blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2023
Mileage
98,560 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 YNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 YNK was last recorded at 98,560 miles on 27 Oct 2022, 2,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,275 miles · 25 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,285 miles
Average per year
4,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,560 miles
  • 2021 – 96,275 miles
  • 2020 – 93,769 miles
  • 2019 – 91,677 miles
  • 2018 – 88,769 miles
  • 2017 – 85,865 miles
  • 2016 – 82,798 miles
  • 2015 – 78,735 miles
  • 2014 – 74,974 miles
  • 2013 – 68,078 miles
  • 2012 – 56,712 miles
  • 2011 – 43,703 miles
  • 2010 – 38,193 miles
  • 2008 – 35,003 miles
  • 2006 – 25,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,560 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber top cover detached and moving freely.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,560 miles
    Test number
    849582787921
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail98,558 miles (+2,283)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,558 miles
    Test number
    398242158998
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass96,275 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,275 miles
    Test number
    608813680390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    93,769 miles
    Test number
    837746424739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,769 miles (+2,092)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,769 miles
    Test number
    721984054068
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  6. Pass91,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    532041638659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,677 miles (+2,908)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    189421109872
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass88,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,769 miles
    Test number
    800791852903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,769 miles (+2,904)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,769 miles
    Test number
    761598656319
    • DangerousCentral Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass85,865 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,865 miles
    Test number
    445034780241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber top cover detached and moving freely.

  11. Fail85,864 miles (+3,066)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,864 miles
    Test number
    275647498286
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber top cover detached and moving freely.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryReversing light(s) not working.

  12. Pass82,798 miles (+4,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    881756926411
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash

  13. Pass78,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    395406074983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,735 miles (+3,761)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    531902838298
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass74,974 miles (+6,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,974 miles
    Test number
    908400474264
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass68,078 miles (+11,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    548269483195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,712 miles (+13,009)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,712 miles
    Test number
    968581492145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,703 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,703 miles
    Test number
    577793901297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,886 miles
    Test number
    475842291035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,886 miles (+4,693)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,886 miles
    Test number
    209382091008
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass38,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,193 miles
    Test number
    170006590404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,193 miles (+3,190)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,193 miles
    Test number
    201389880025
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass35,003 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,003 miles
    Test number
    293419318404
    • NoteCovers fitted under car

  24. Fail34,989 miles (+9,410)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,989 miles
    Test number
    523847608180
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • NoteCovers fitted under car
    • NoteFront tyres wearing down on inside edges

  25. Pass25,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,579 miles
    Test number
    211548796128
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 YNK

Does LM03 YNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 YNK expired on 26 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 YNK?
The MOT on LM03 YNK expired on 26 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 YNK done?
LM03 YNK was recorded at 98,560 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2022, an average of 4,483 miles a year.
Has LM03 YNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 YNK has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 YNK 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 YNK find?
LM03 YNK passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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