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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LR53 GXYMOT history

LR53 GXY is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 27 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 135,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

LR53 GXY grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2025
Mileage
135,927 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GXY was last recorded at 135,927 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,811 miles · 26 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
6,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,927 miles
  • 2023 – 117,521 miles
  • 2022 – 103,748 miles
  • 2021 – 95,725 miles
  • 2019 – 90,793 miles
  • 2018 – 81,760 miles
  • 2017 – 74,822 miles
  • 2016 – 63,558 miles
  • 2015 – 59,620 miles
  • 2014 – 58,245 miles
  • 2013 – 57,160 miles
  • 2012 – 55,014 miles
  • 2011 – 51,102 miles
  • 2009 – 39,865 miles
  • 2008 – 31,367 miles
  • 2007 – 25,819 miles
  • 2006 – 19,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,927 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,927 miles (+116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    135,927 miles
    Test number
    719600073823
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,811 miles (+18,290)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,811 miles
    Test number
    874407085151
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed to much smoke emmited (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass117,521 miles (+13,773)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,521 miles
    Test number
    478762679895
    • 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 sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge from inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,748 miles (+8,023)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,748 miles
    Test number
    210586320540
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass95,725 miles (+4,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,725 miles
    Test number
    695367541235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass90,793 miles (+9,033)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,793 miles
    Test number
    117066054936
    • MinorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass81,760 miles (+6,938)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    365402594512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,822 miles (+11,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    74,822 miles
    Test number
    885632062086
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass63,558 miles (+3,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,558 miles
    Test number
    567318575285
    • AdvisoryOff side front hub damage

  10. Pass59,620 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,620 miles
    Test number
    428133915170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged

  11. Fail59,620 miles (+1,375)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,620 miles
    Test number
    477683915174
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged

  12. Pass58,245 miles (+1,085)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,245 miles
    Test number
    125429804072
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  13. Pass57,160 miles (+2,146)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,160 miles
    Test number
    196666813422
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre wall damaged but not showing cords

  14. Fail55,014 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,014 miles
    Test number
    586438812043
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass55,014 miles (+3,912)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,014 miles
    Test number
    705038312036
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass51,102 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,102 miles
    Test number
    306770421057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail51,102 miles (+11,237)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,102 miles
    Test number
    615050321074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass39,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    101859059248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,865 miles (+8,498)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    652689559294
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass31,367 miles (+5,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,367 miles
    Test number
    120187168295
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass25,819 miles (+6,246)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,819 miles
    Test number
    854790077274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,573 miles
    Test number
    864143176237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 GXY

Does LR53 GXY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 GXY expired on 27 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GXY?
The MOT on LR53 GXY expired on 27 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 GXY done?
LR53 GXY was recorded at 135,927 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 6,682 miles a year.
Has LR53 GXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GXY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 GXY 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 GXY find?
LR53 GXY passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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