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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LR03 EMKMOT history

LR03 EMK is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 25 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 76,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LR03 EMK grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,698 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 EMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 EMK was last recorded at 76,698 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 3,566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,132 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,566 miles
Average per year
3,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,698 miles
  • 2025 – 73,132 miles
  • 2024 – 69,768 miles
  • 2023 – 67,232 miles
  • 2022 – 64,654 miles
  • 2021 – 61,421 miles
  • 2020 – 58,813 miles
  • 2019 – 55,997 miles
  • 2018 – 52,906 miles
  • 2017 – 49,252 miles
  • 2016 – 45,426 miles
  • 2015 – 42,160 miles
  • 2014 – 39,141 miles
  • 2013 – 35,952 miles
  • 2012 – 32,891 miles
  • 2011 – 29,157 miles
  • 2010 – 25,911 miles
  • 2009 – 22,753 miles
  • 2008 – 18,520 miles
  • 2007 – 13,461 miles
  • 2006 – 9,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,698 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine bay (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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,698 miles (+3,566)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,698 miles
    Test number
    274120742766
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,132 miles
    Test number
    536687208805
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail73,132 miles (+3,364)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,132 miles
    Test number
    368176548042
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,768 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    69,768 miles
    Test number
    959669155544
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail69,768 miles (+2,536)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,768 miles
    Test number
    823146977144
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,232 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,232 miles
    Test number
    532189388760
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail67,142 miles (+2,488)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,142 miles
    Test number
    697251302919
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,654 miles (+3,233)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,654 miles
    Test number
    326126184289
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,421 miles
    Test number
    613270982417
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail61,419 miles (+2,606)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,419 miles
    Test number
    750486538406
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,813 miles
    Test number
    546872082060
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail58,813 miles (+2,816)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,813 miles
    Test number
    499243979796
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass55,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    55,997 miles
    Test number
    402346417111
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail55,997 miles (+3,091)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,997 miles
    Test number
    580886122321
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass52,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,906 miles
    Test number
    260424481515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail52,906 miles (+3,654)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,906 miles
    Test number
    774524563054
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass49,252 miles (+3,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,252 miles
    Test number
    800920158766
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has cracks in tread

  18. Pass45,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,426 miles
    Test number
    726560938037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,426 miles (+3,266)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,426 miles
    Test number
    716251170372
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass42,160 miles (+3,019)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,160 miles
    Test number
    147242205281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,141 miles (+3,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,141 miles
    Test number
    505564714252
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  22. Fail35,952 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,952 miles
    Test number
    187893193182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass35,952 miles (+3,061)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,952 miles
    Test number
    545713993149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  24. Pass32,891 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,891 miles
    Test number
    468085192193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyre outer sidewalls are deteriorated/perished, no cord or ply exposed.

  25. Fail32,891 miles (+3,734)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,891 miles
    Test number
    939365492125
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyre outer sidewalls are deteriorated/perished, no cord or ply exposed.

  26. Pass29,157 miles (+3,246)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,157 miles
    Test number
    186580811242
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on s/wall
    • NoteRear no plate dis/colouring

  27. Pass25,911 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,911 miles
    Test number
    542091930148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,753 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,753 miles
    Test number
    811068319193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,520 miles (+5,059)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,520 miles
    Test number
    322035298073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail13,461 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,461 miles
    Test number
    114732597058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  31. Pass13,461 miles (+3,592)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,461 miles
    Test number
    132612597062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass9,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,869 miles
    Test number
    394850196016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 EMK

Does LR03 EMK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 EMK is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR03 EMK?
The MOT on LR03 EMK is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 EMK done?
LR03 EMK was recorded at 76,698 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 3,278 miles a year.
Has LR03 EMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 EMK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR03 EMK 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 LR03 EMK find?
LR03 EMK passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive engine bay.

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