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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

LR54 ECVMOT history

LR54 ECV is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 165,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

LR54 ECV silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2024
Mileage
165,096 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 ECV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 ECV was last recorded at 165,096 miles on 27 Sept 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,086 miles · 12 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 165,096 miles
  • 2022 – 162,650 miles
  • 2021 – 158,860 miles
  • 2020 – 152,790 miles
  • 2019 – 148,906 miles
  • 2018 – 143,144 miles
  • 2017 – 137,085 miles
  • 2016 – 128,066 miles
  • 2015 – 119,150 miles
  • 2014 – 109,384 miles
  • 2013 – 95,293 miles
  • 2012 – 78,361 miles
  • 2011 – 59,574 miles
  • 2010 – 52,504 miles
  • 2009 – 49,110 miles
  • 2008 – 44,782 miles
  • 2007 – 42,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,096 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,096 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,096 miles
    Test number
    135595541767
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail165,086 miles (+2,436)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,086 miles
    Test number
    901492303711
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass162,650 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,650 miles
    Test number
    791212615796
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail162,642 miles (+3,782)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,642 miles
    Test number
    208770447980
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass158,860 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    158,860 miles
    Test number
    979046547326
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail158,857 miles (+6,067)2 dangerous2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,857 miles
    Test number
    608702590463
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass152,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    152,790 miles
    Test number
    252548706610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail152,790 miles (+3,884)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,790 miles
    Test number
    606433394486
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass148,906 miles (+5,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    148,906 miles
    Test number
    317813754746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass143,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    143,144 miles
    Test number
    459904096873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail143,143 miles (+6,058)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,143 miles
    Test number
    774708977268
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass137,085 miles (+9,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,085 miles
    Test number
    358215310855
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
  13. Pass128,066 miles (+8,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    128,066 miles
    Test number
    421783949562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  14. Pass119,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,150 miles
    Test number
    543742463608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,150 miles (+9,766)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,150 miles
    Test number
    123395243277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass109,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,384 miles
    Test number
    557269984106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,384 miles (+14,091)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,384 miles
    Test number
    805419684111
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Pass95,293 miles (+16,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    95,293 miles
    Test number
    618935243274
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail78,361 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,361 miles
    Test number
    147213542296
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass78,361 miles (+18,787)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,361 miles
    Test number
    488103842233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass59,574 miles (+7,070)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,574 miles
    Test number
    425409381099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,504 miles (+3,394)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,504 miles
    Test number
    174646970420
    • NoteFront tyres have slight cracks
  23. Pass49,110 miles (+4,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,110 miles
    Test number
    592362089024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  24. Pass44,782 miles (+2,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,782 miles
    Test number
    693741998015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  25. Pass42,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,183 miles
    Test number
    501682887098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 ECV

Does LR54 ECV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 ECV expired on 26 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 ECV?
The MOT on LR54 ECV expired on 26 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 ECV done?
LR54 ECV was recorded at 165,096 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 7,443 miles a year.
Has LR54 ECV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 ECV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 ECV 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 LR54 ECV find?
LR54 ECV passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension arms.

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