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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LR08 MWAMOT history

LR08 MWA is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2024.

LR08 MWA black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2024
Mileage
125,645 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 MWA was last recorded at 125,645 miles on 19 Feb 2024, 3,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,718 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3,927 miles
Average per year
8,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,645 miles
  • 2023 – 121,718 miles
  • 2022 – 116,279 miles
  • 2021 – 111,067 miles
  • 2020 – 108,674 miles
  • 2019 – 100,756 miles
  • 2018 – 93,361 miles
  • 2017 – 84,481 miles
  • 2016 – 75,637 miles
  • 2015 – 70,149 miles
  • 2014 – 62,324 miles
  • 2013 – 50,697 miles
  • 2012 – 30,427 miles
  • 2011 – 18,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,645 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,645 miles (+3,927)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,645 miles
    Test number
    238845940061
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,718 miles (+19)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    121,718 miles
    Test number
    468004167389
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,699 miles (+5,420)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,699 miles
    Test number
    330542900093
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,279 miles (+5,212)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,279 miles
    Test number
    255733449493
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  5. Pass111,067 miles (+2,393)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,067 miles
    Test number
    932989344328
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,674 miles (+7,918)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    108,674 miles
    Test number
    768380576530
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass100,756 miles (+7,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,756 miles
    Test number
    509828620637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper and body panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corrodedand broken (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass93,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,361 miles
    Test number
    838804814356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,361 miles (+8,880)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,361 miles
    Test number
    999046563913
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass84,481 miles (+8,844)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,481 miles
    Test number
    576654942509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,637 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,637 miles
    Test number
    899015322621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,149 miles
    Test number
    446339545094
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass70,149 miles (+7,825)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,149 miles
    Test number
    677079645038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,324 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,324 miles
    Test number
    517440064094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,260 miles (+11,563)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,260 miles
    Test number
    745827654048
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass50,697 miles (+20,270)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,697 miles
    Test number
    237308363030
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass30,427 miles (+11)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,427 miles
    Test number
    646600962050
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail30,416 miles (+11,734)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,416 miles
    Test number
    835909552062
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE SHREADED IN TREAD NOT SHOWING CANVAS
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass18,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,682 miles
    Test number
    817184571037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MWA

Does LR08 MWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 MWA expired on 22 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MWA?
The MOT on LR08 MWA expired on 22 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 MWA done?
LR08 MWA was recorded at 125,645 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2024, an average of 8,270 miles a year.
Has LR08 MWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MWA has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 MWA 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 LR08 MWA find?
LR08 MWA failed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 8 more.

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