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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,968 cc

LR53 DVTMOT history

LR53 DVT is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2021.

LR53 DVT grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
150,836 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DVT was last recorded at 150,836 miles on 29 Oct 2021, 4,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,093 miles · 11 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,743 miles
Average per year
6,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 150,836 miles
  • 2020 – 146,093 miles
  • 2019 – 140,770 miles
  • 2018 – 134,724 miles
  • 2017 – 128,645 miles
  • 2016 – 123,121 miles
  • 2015 – 116,911 miles
  • 2014 – 110,436 miles
  • 2013 – 102,258 miles
  • 2012 – 94,680 miles
  • 2011 – 88,029 miles
  • 2010 – 79,672 miles
  • 2009 – 72,449 miles
  • 2008 – 65,573 miles
  • 2007 – 58,373 miles
  • 2006 – 50,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,836 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,836 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    150,836 miles
    Test number
    774703459125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail150,835 miles (+4,742)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,835 miles
    Test number
    237442279929
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass146,093 miles (+5,323)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,093 miles
    Test number
    498246953929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,770 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,770 miles
    Test number
    948031765326
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Fail140,764 miles (+6,040)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,764 miles
    Test number
    706382626246
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated, (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass134,724 miles (+6,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    134,724 miles
    Test number
    480799387634
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass128,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    128,645 miles
    Test number
    428919840779
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge, (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail128,645 miles (+5,524)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,645 miles
    Test number
    450400541029
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge, (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass123,121 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,121 miles
    Test number
    942982659802
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail123,121 miles (+6,210)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,121 miles
    Test number
    419844109688
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted upside down, (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass116,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    116,911 miles
    Test number
    479612183838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,911 miles (+6,475)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,911 miles
    Test number
    279598204404
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass110,436 miles (+199)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    110,436 miles
    Test number
    298127404315
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Fail110,237 miles (+7,979)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,237 miles
    Test number
    237188994281
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass102,258 miles (+7,578)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,258 miles
    Test number
    557288693254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,680 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,680 miles
    Test number
    817021072200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEM light on

  17. Fail94,680 miles (+6,651)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,680 miles
    Test number
    309911272253
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEM light on

  18. Pass88,029 miles (+8,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    689264871229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass79,672 miles (+7,223)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    79,672 miles
    Test number
    722325870226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,449 miles (+6,876)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    72,449 miles
    Test number
    382566379463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,573 miles (+7,200)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,573 miles
    Test number
    320537458436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,373 miles (+8,310)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,373 miles
    Test number
    952727247225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,063 miles
    Test number
    874997536244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 DVT

Does LR53 DVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 DVT expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DVT?
The MOT on LR53 DVT expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 DVT done?
LR53 DVT was recorded at 150,836 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2021, an average of 6,639 miles a year.
Has LR53 DVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DVT has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LR53 DVT 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 LR53 DVT find?
LR53 DVT passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2021 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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