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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LR53 GYFMOT history

LR53 GYF is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LR53 GYF black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,857 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GYF was last recorded at 96,857 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 3,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,764 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,093 miles
Average per year
4,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,857 miles
  • 2025 – 93,764 miles
  • 2024 – 90,451 miles
  • 2022 – 86,305 miles
  • 2021 – 79,674 miles
  • 2020 – 71,928 miles
  • 2019 – 67,117 miles
  • 2018 – 65,570 miles
  • 2017 – 63,805 miles
  • 2016 – 61,504 miles
  • 2015 – 57,751 miles
  • 2014 – 54,555 miles
  • 2013 – 49,177 miles
  • 2012 – 45,660 miles
  • 2011 – 41,456 miles
  • 2010 – 36,540 miles
  • 2009 – 32,365 miles
  • 2008 – 26,809 miles
  • 2007 – 21,610 miles
  • 2006 – 16,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,857 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,857 miles (+3,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,857 miles
    Test number
    189050964570
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass93,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    434703881396
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail93,764 miles (+3,313)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    263933582885
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass90,451 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,451 miles
    Test number
    751172953097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    589824539535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,305 miles (+6,631)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    834793368216
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,674 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,674 miles
    Test number
    805711040372
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail79,665 miles (+7,737)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,665 miles
    Test number
    759790969841
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass71,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,928 miles
    Test number
    824801188899
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail71,928 miles (+4,811)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,928 miles
    Test number
    582569322022
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,117 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,117 miles
    Test number
    780522520234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,570 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,570 miles
    Test number
    958575411375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,805 miles
    Test number
    452940250715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,805 miles (+2,301)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,805 miles
    Test number
    269023941495
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass61,504 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,504 miles
    Test number
    756459842763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,751 miles (+3,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,751 miles
    Test number
    121172128601
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded = unable to test seat belts.

  17. Fail54,555 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,555 miles
    Test number
    628636054293
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass54,555 miles (+5,378)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,555 miles
    Test number
    928276954288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,177 miles (+3,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,177 miles
    Test number
    397369663488
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass45,660 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    937892272250
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail45,652 miles (+4,196)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,652 miles
    Test number
    606872672248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass41,456 miles (+4,916)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,456 miles
    Test number
    347683061273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    271861670240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,540 miles (+4,175)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    390091470209
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass32,365 miles (+5,556)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,365 miles
    Test number
    631154579249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,809 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,809 miles
    Test number
    104510378258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,610 miles (+5,570)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    21,610 miles
    Test number
    330966377475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,040 miles
    Test number
    680765456256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 GYF

Does LR53 GYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 GYF is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GYF?
The MOT on LR53 GYF is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 GYF done?
LR53 GYF was recorded at 96,857 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 4,137 miles a year.
Has LR53 GYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GYF has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 GYF 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 GYF find?
LR53 GYF passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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