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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LM54 YPNMOT history

LM54 YPN is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 9 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 171,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

LM54 YPN silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
171,382 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 YPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 YPN was last recorded at 171,382 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 3,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,032 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,350 miles
Average per year
6,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,382 miles
  • 2025 – 168,032 miles
  • 2024 – 165,205 miles
  • 2023 – 162,357 miles
  • 2022 – 159,633 miles
  • 2021 – 157,541 miles
  • 2020 – 155,150 miles
  • 2019 – 151,141 miles
  • 2018 – 145,765 miles
  • 2017 – 139,826 miles
  • 2016 – 137,266 miles
  • 2015 – 137,167 miles
  • 2014 – 135,465 miles
  • 2013 – 129,295 miles
  • 2012 – 115,827 miles
  • 2011 – 95,503 miles
  • 2010 – 79,219 miles
  • 2009 – 64,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,382 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEMLRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Eml on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,382 miles (+3,350)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    171,382 miles
    Test number
    412202720710
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass168,032 miles (+2,827)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    168,032 miles
    Test number
    290908439617
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass165,205 miles (+36)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,205 miles
    Test number
    207739275138
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  4. Fail165,169 miles (+2,812)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,169 miles
    Test number
    394586514663
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Pass162,357 miles (+2,724)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    162,357 miles
    Test number
    366961779819
    • DangerousSmell of diesel - possible fuel leak
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass159,633 miles (+2,092)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    159,633 miles
    Test number
    868706922484
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml

  7. Pass157,541 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,541 miles
    Test number
    818577249054
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail157,541 miles (+2,391)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,541 miles
    Test number
    619601054165
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass155,150 miles (+4,009)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    155,150 miles
    Test number
    262510922285
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass151,141 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,141 miles
    Test number
    409967685068
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail151,118 miles (+5,353)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,118 miles
    Test number
    825801971207
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass145,765 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,765 miles
    Test number
    867836104337
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail145,751 miles (+5,925)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,751 miles
    Test number
    898092899556
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass139,826 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    139,826 miles
    Test number
    391461558121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass137,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    137,266 miles
    Test number
    904381698994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail137,266 miles (+99)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,266 miles
    Test number
    774152020888
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass137,167 miles (+1,702)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    137,167 miles
    Test number
    518036725221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass135,465 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    135,465 miles
    Test number
    248699114239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass135,430 miles (+6,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    135,430 miles
    Test number
    168152284148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,295 miles (+13,468)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    129,295 miles
    Test number
    129691973135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,827 miles (+6,543)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    115,827 miles
    Test number
    388005492199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,284 miles (+13,781)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    109,284 miles
    Test number
    768937522036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,503 miles (+16,284)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    186845821032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,219 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    79,219 miles
    Test number
    572931110030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail79,216 miles (+14,585)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,216 miles
    Test number
    312128500060
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass64,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,631 miles
    Test number
    393018509093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 YPN

Does LM54 YPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 YPN is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 YPN?
The MOT on LM54 YPN is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 YPN done?
LM54 YPN was recorded at 171,382 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 6,068 miles a year.
Has LM54 YPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 YPN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 YPN 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 LM54 YPN find?
LM54 YPN passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; eml; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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