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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR05 ZFCMOT history

LR05 ZFC is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 24 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 250,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

LR05 ZFC black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2023
Mileage
250,246 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
12,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 ZFC
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
24 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 ZFC was last recorded at 250,246 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jul 2016: 132,110 miles, lower than 165,566 miles on 13 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
250,246 miles · 12 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 250,246 miles
  • 2021 – 241,169 miles
  • 2020 – 236,794 miles
  • 2019 – 227,857 miles
  • 2018 – 209,643 miles
  • 2017 – 187,475 miles
  • 2016 – 172,255 miles
  • 2015 – 165,566 miles
  • 2014 – 160,918 miles
  • 2013 – 153,946 miles
  • 2012 – 145,249 miles
  • 2011 – 125,269 miles
  • 2010 – 99,166 miles
  • 2009 – 84,072 miles
  • 2008 – 67,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass250,246 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBacking plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHead light levelling device corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake backing pates heavily corroded - all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All arm bushes on rear axle heavily perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both at 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass250,246 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    250,246 miles
    Test number
    384337659459
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBacking plates corroded
    • AdvisoryHead light levelling device corroded

  2. Fail250,246 miles (+9,077)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,246 miles
    Test number
    485530131484
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBacking plates corroded
    • AdvisoryHead light levelling device corroded

  3. Pass241,169 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    241,169 miles
    Test number
    507167575779
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake backing pates heavily corroded - all
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All arm bushes on rear axle heavily perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail241,169 miles (+4,375)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,169 miles
    Test number
    615213250676
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake backing pates heavily corroded - all
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All arm bushes on rear axle heavily perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass236,794 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    236,794 miles
    Test number
    814915340836
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front & both rear backing plates corroded

  6. Fail236,794 miles2 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,794 miles
    Test number
    135024590243
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear both

  7. Fail236,794 miles (+8,937)2 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,794 miles
    Test number
    251883479937
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear both

  8. Pass227,857 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    227,857 miles
    Test number
    222813049216
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail227,857 miles (+18,214)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,857 miles
    Test number
    531492406039
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass209,643 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    209,643 miles
    Test number
    709078883635
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail208,859 miles (+21,384)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,859 miles
    Test number
    547670077724
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass187,475 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    187,475 miles
    Test number
    152080814704
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light rod attced by cable tie
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail187,475 miles (+15,220)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,475 miles
    Test number
    140266818684
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function both (2.7.2a)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass172,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    172,255 miles
    Test number
    496464291308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,110 miles (-33,456)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    132,110 miles
    Test number
    329994968540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass165,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    165,566 miles
    Test number
    239114695495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail165,566 miles (+4,648)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,566 miles
    Test number
    395684495100
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Fail160,918 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,918 miles
    Test number
    569296794164
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass160,918 miles (+6,972)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    160,918 miles
    Test number
    705046594150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass153,946 miles (+8,697)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    153,946 miles
    Test number
    276484243187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass145,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    145,249 miles
    Test number
    515326812227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail145,249 miles (+19,980)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,249 miles
    Test number
    759104812209
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass125,269 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    125,269 miles
    Test number
    315553711429
    • NoteFront number plate perished
    • NoteO/s rear brake back plate loose and corroded

  24. Fail125,269 miles (+26,103)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,269 miles
    Test number
    376653211488
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteFront inner brake pads low require closer inspection
    • NoteFront number plate perished
    • NoteO/s front tyre split on side wall
    • NoteO/s rear brake back plate loose and corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded

  25. Pass99,166 miles (+15,094)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    99,166 miles
    Test number
    963500130128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass84,072 miles (+16,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    861108739162
    • NoteWindscreen cracked on n/s but not in swept area

  27. Pass67,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,373 miles
    Test number
    234343828472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,373 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,373 miles
    Test number
    973863028105
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc lipped and pads getting low

Questions about LR05 ZFC

Does LR05 ZFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 ZFC expired on 18 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 ZFC?
The MOT on LR05 ZFC expired on 18 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 ZFC done?
LR05 ZFC was recorded at 250,246 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 12,798 miles a year.
Has LR05 ZFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 ZFC has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 ZFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 ZFC find?
LR05 ZFC passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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