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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

LR05 MXYMOT history

LR05 MXY is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 19 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2025.

LR05 MXY grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
138,134 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 MXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 MXY was last recorded at 138,134 miles on 3 Apr 2025, 577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,557 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
577 miles
Average per year
6,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,134 miles
  • 2024 – 120,668 miles
  • 2023 – 106,357 miles
  • 2022 – 88,525 miles
  • 2021 – 85,926 miles
  • 2020 – 83,236 miles
  • 2019 – 76,670 miles
  • 2017 – 64,102 miles
  • 2016 – 61,549 miles
  • 2015 – 57,338 miles
  • 2014 – 52,522 miles
  • 2013 – 47,636 miles
  • 2012 – 42,471 miles
  • 2011 – 36,947 miles
  • 2010 – 31,793 miles
  • 2009 – 26,501 miles
  • 2008 – 21,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,134 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,134 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,134 miles
    Test number
    239461785690
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,134 miles (+577)2 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,134 miles
    Test number
    795934554270
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail137,557 miles (+16,889)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,557 miles
    Test number
    409958860700
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes n/s and o/s (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass120,668 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,668 miles
    Test number
    353294856623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail120,639 miles (+14,282)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,639 miles
    Test number
    220341738622
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass106,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,357 miles
    Test number
    960320871851
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  7. Fail106,357 miles (+17,832)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,357 miles
    Test number
    779343472550
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  8. Pass88,525 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    735703739637
    • AdvisoryEngine running rough on idle
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  9. Fail88,525 miles (+2,599)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    741270310335
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine running rough on idle
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  10. Pass85,926 miles (+2,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,926 miles
    Test number
    241703476846
    • 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))

  11. Pass83,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,236 miles
    Test number
    589894697487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,236 miles (+6,566)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,236 miles
    Test number
    576170079059
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass76,670 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    955798050611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail76,670 miles (+12,568)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    335110902431
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass64,102 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,102 miles
    Test number
    559197745233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,071 miles (+2,522)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,071 miles
    Test number
    839181202271
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to rear box broken off from rear pipe (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box broken (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust box broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  17. Pass61,549 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,549 miles
    Test number
    516543934525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,338 miles
    Test number
    277554315416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,338 miles (+4,816)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,338 miles
    Test number
    298592115435
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass52,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,522 miles
    Test number
    338654414143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,522 miles (+4,886)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,522 miles
    Test number
    966193414122
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated on dashboard indicating a fault

  22. Pass47,636 miles (+5,165)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,636 miles
    Test number
    848015213114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,471 miles (+5,524)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,471 miles
    Test number
    866261722194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,947 miles (+5,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,947 miles
    Test number
    159291701100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass31,793 miles (+5,292)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    31,793 miles
    Test number
    643636700126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,501 miles (+4,910)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,501 miles
    Test number
    613471409186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,591 miles
    Test number
    394455708104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 MXY

Does LR05 MXY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 MXY expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 MXY?
The MOT on LR05 MXY expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 MXY done?
LR05 MXY was recorded at 138,134 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2025, an average of 6,868 miles a year.
Has LR05 MXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 MXY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 MXY 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 LR05 MXY find?
LR05 MXY passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly damaged; offside rear brake hose slightly damaged; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 9 more.

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