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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR09 LXSMOT history

LR09 LXS is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 187,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2024.

LR09 LXS grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2025
Mileage
187,011 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2024
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 LXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 LXS was last recorded at 187,011 miles on 21 Sept 2024, 3,437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,574 miles · 18 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3,437 miles
Average per year
10,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,011 miles
  • 2023 – 183,574 miles
  • 2022 – 169,777 miles
  • 2021 – 162,673 miles
  • 2020 – 155,607 miles
  • 2019 – 142,757 miles
  • 2018 – 129,121 miles
  • 2017 – 116,243 miles
  • 2016 – 102,331 miles
  • 2015 – 87,443 miles
  • 2014 – 73,173 miles
  • 2013 – 59,644 miles
  • 2012 – 51,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,011 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s + O/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil N/s + O/s (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s + O/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/s + O/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corodded
  • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted and engine cover

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.

  • ALL FOUR SHOCKER PROTECTORS LOSE

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced VARIOUS REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,011 miles (+3,437)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    187,011 miles
    Test number
    809275054095
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s + O/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil N/s + O/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s + O/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/s + O/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corodded
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted and engine cover

  2. Pass183,574 miles (+13,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    183,574 miles
    Test number
    140571437282
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,777 miles (+7,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    169,777 miles
    Test number
    248139933257
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm bushes rears starting to perish
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker protectors insecure
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged in screen center

  4. Pass162,673 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    162,673 miles
    Test number
    334609540857
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR SHOCKER PROTECTORS LOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced VARIOUS REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail162,666 miles (+7,059)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,666 miles
    Test number
    302249488387
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick INNER PAD (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 100 NO LOCK (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR SHOCKER PROTECTORS LOSE
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced VARIOUS REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass155,607 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,607 miles
    Test number
    415531946721
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes spliting and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on wear bars in places tyre cracked perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on wear bars in places tyre cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various rear suspension components corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four shocker protectors lose
    • AdvisoryBack box heat guard lose reqs attention

  7. Fail155,598 miles (+12,841)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,598 miles
    Test number
    199337923048
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 70 no lock (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on wear bars in places tyre cracked perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on wear bars in places tyre cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various rear suspension components corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four shocker protectors lose
    • AdvisoryBack box heat guard lose reqs attention

  8. Pass142,757 miles (+13,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,757 miles
    Test number
    429676158271
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass129,121 miles (+12,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    129,121 miles
    Test number
    286738037660
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked. (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass116,243 miles (+13,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,243 miles
    Test number
    257432424670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm Tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm Traed (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass102,331 miles (+14,888)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,331 miles
    Test number
    344301445082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,443 miles (+14,270)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,443 miles
    Test number
    756578365079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,173 miles (+13,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,173 miles
    Test number
    697398174020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass59,644 miles (+8,315)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    589075883023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,329 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,329 miles
    Test number
    229929682089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,788 miles
    Test number
    125208942081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 LXS

Does LR09 LXS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 LXS expired on 12 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 LXS?
The MOT on LR09 LXS expired on 12 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 LXS done?
LR09 LXS was recorded at 187,011 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2024, an average of 10,896 miles a year.
Has LR09 LXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 LXS has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LR09 LXS 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 LR09 LXS find?
LR09 LXS passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2024 with 11 advisories: brake lever pivots slightly worn; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s + o/s, and 8 more.

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