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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 3,189 cc

LM53 ZZCMOT history

LM53 ZZC is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2022.

LM53 ZZC blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 May 2023
Mileage
130,336 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 ZZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2023
Latest MOT test
14 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM53 ZZC was last recorded at 130,336 miles on 14 May 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,336 miles · 3 May 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,336 miles
  • 2021 – 130,019 miles
  • 2020 – 129,083 miles
  • 2016 – 123,549 miles
  • 2015 – 117,065 miles
  • 2014 – 112,396 miles
  • 2013 – 98,822 miles
  • 2012 – 89,568 miles
  • 2011 – 75,813 miles
  • 2010 – 65,123 miles
  • 2009 – 58,493 miles
  • 2008 – 52,824 miles
  • 2007 – 42,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,336 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,336 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    130,336 miles
    Test number
    404198672207
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,336 miles (+317)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,336 miles
    Test number
    528687994903
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,019 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    130,019 miles
    Test number
    988433936311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail130,018 miles (+935)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,018 miles
    Test number
    567498146057
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,083 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,083 miles
    Test number
    240547029119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    123,549 miles
    Test number
    121249396845
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres underinflated

  7. Fail123,549 miles (+6,484)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,549 miles
    Test number
    732445557336
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 40 18 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres underinflated

  8. Pass117,065 miles (+63)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    117,065 miles
    Test number
    305381525053
    • NotePlay in front suspension when using brakes not found

  9. Fail117,002 miles (+4,606)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,002 miles
    Test number
    125386115062
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePlay in front suspension when using brakes not found

  10. Pass112,396 miles (+50)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,396 miles
    Test number
    649714914025
    • NoteEngine management light staying on
    • NoteRear diff has an oil leak

  11. Fail112,346 miles (+13,524)1 dangerous3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,346 miles
    Test number
    455419104009
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light staying on
    • NoteOffside rear disc scored and requires further attention
    • NoteRear diff has an oil leak

  12. Pass98,822 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,822 miles
    Test number
    667855733046
    • NoteEngine management light on

  13. Fail98,822 miles (+9,254)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,822 miles
    Test number
    478005833013
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  14. Pass89,568 miles (+13,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    89,568 miles
    Test number
    937854232067
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass75,813 miles (+10,690)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    75,813 miles
    Test number
    618057901070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,123 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    392755720046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,016 miles (+6,523)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,016 miles
    Test number
    870428310090
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass58,493 miles (+5,669)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,493 miles
    Test number
    962326419019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,824 miles (+10,115)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,824 miles
    Test number
    972857108041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,709 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    42,709 miles
    Test number
    122294727426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LM53 ZZC

Does LM53 ZZC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM53 ZZC expired on 17 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM53 ZZC?
The MOT on LM53 ZZC expired on 17 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM53 ZZC done?
LM53 ZZC was recorded at 130,336 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2022, an average of 5,727 miles a year.
Has LM53 ZZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 ZZC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LM53 ZZC 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 LM53 ZZC find?
LM53 ZZC passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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