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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR53 RUSMOT history

LR53 RUS is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 13 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 3 May 2025 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 197,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2024.

LR53 RUS black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 May 2025
Mileage
197,279 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2024
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 RUS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 May 2025
Latest MOT test
4 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 RUS was last recorded at 197,279 miles on 4 May 2024, 2,270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
195,009 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,270 miles
Average per year
7,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,279 miles
  • 2022 – 195,009 miles
  • 2021 – 192,182 miles
  • 2020 – 186,279 miles
  • 2019 – 176,533 miles
  • 2018 – 167,489 miles
  • 2017 – 154,856 miles
  • 2016 – 143,474 miles
  • 2015 – 138,646 miles
  • 2013 – 130,115 miles
  • 2012 – 113,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,279 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryChip windscreen
  • AdvisoryHandbrake requires attention just met requirementsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass197,279 miles (+2,270)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    197,279 miles
    Test number
    811400295477
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip windscreen
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires attention just met requirements
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  2. Pass195,009 miles (+2,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    195,009 miles
    Test number
    419271932020
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chip/damage on windscreen
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & Nearside front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass192,182 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    192,182 miles
    Test number
    929974404523
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires attention just met requirements
    • AdvisoryTop mount creaking lock to lock
  4. Fail192,182 miles (+5,903)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,182 miles
    Test number
    762986740968
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high x2 (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires attention just met requirements
    • AdvisoryTop mount creaking lock to lock
  5. Pass186,279 miles (+9,746)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    186,279 miles
    Test number
    561595333752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,533 miles (+9,044)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    176,533 miles
    Test number
    832985991062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass167,489 miles (+12,633)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    167,489 miles
    Test number
    136892833436
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass154,856 miles (+11,382)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    154,856 miles
    Test number
    958984772197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,474 miles (+4,828)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    143,474 miles
    Test number
    229333657440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre nail in thread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  10. Pass138,646 miles (+8,531)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    138,646 miles
    Test number
    918595885161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,115 miles (+17,047)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,115 miles
    Test number
    788290253282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have uneven wear
  12. Pass113,068 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,068 miles
    Test number
    215218292136
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre but cords not exposed

Questions about LR53 RUS

Does LR53 RUS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 RUS expired on 3 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 RUS?
The MOT on LR53 RUS expired on 3 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 RUS done?
LR53 RUS was recorded at 197,279 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2024, an average of 7,136 miles a year.
Has LR53 RUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 RUS has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LR53 RUS 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 RUS find?
LR53 RUS passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2024 with 6 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2; rear coil spring corroded n/s and o/s, and 3 more.

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