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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LM05 NLKMOT history

LM05 NLK is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 156,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

LM05 NLK black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
156,976 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 NLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 NLK was last recorded at 156,976 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,094 miles · 1 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
882 miles
Average per year
9,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,976 miles
  • 2021 – 156,094 miles
  • 2019 – 154,524 miles
  • 2018 – 141,121 miles
  • 2017 – 133,891 miles
  • 2016 – 126,321 miles
  • 2015 – 115,975 miles
  • 2014 – 104,368 miles
  • 2013 – 92,754 miles
  • 2012 – 78,413 miles
  • 2011 – 61,199 miles
  • 2010 – 51,261 miles
  • 2009 – 36,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,976 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,976 miles (+882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    156,976 miles
    Test number
    756181566128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass156,094 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,094 miles
    Test number
    528116129810
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass154,524 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,524 miles
    Test number
    711245222123
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,524 miles (+13,403)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,524 miles
    Test number
    521504804241
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,121 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,121 miles
    Test number
    557489852607
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail141,121 miles (+7,230)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,121 miles
    Test number
    604416215452
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    133,891 miles
    Test number
    436394740770
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  8. Fail133,891 miles (+7,570)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,891 miles
    Test number
    612569951400
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  9. Pass126,321 miles (+10,346)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,321 miles
    Test number
    543124634954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,975 miles (+11,607)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,975 miles
    Test number
    999856295154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEml light ON

  11. Pass104,368 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,368 miles
    Test number
    456908694100
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass cracked

  12. Fail104,364 miles (+29)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,364 miles
    Test number
    935727994155
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass cracked

  13. Fail104,335 miles (+11,581)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,335 miles
    Test number
    169986794162
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass92,754 miles (+14,341)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,754 miles
    Test number
    586254193144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,413 miles (+17,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,413 miles
    Test number
    765706592140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass61,199 miles (+9,938)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,199 miles
    Test number
    639570891165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,261 miles (+14,377)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,261 miles
    Test number
    212761690174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,884 miles
    Test number
    421172099111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,884 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,884 miles
    Test number
    840222099145
    • Repaired at testHorn control missing (1.6.1)

Questions about LM05 NLK

Does LM05 NLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 NLK expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 NLK?
The MOT on LM05 NLK expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 NLK done?
LM05 NLK was recorded at 156,976 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 9,089 miles a year.
Has LM05 NLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 NLK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LM05 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 LM05 NLK find?
LM05 NLK passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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