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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 DXTMOT history

LR55 DXT is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 177,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

LR55 DXT red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
177,064 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 DXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 DXT was last recorded at 177,064 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 2,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,408 miles · 27 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,656 miles
Average per year
6,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,064 miles
  • 2025 – 174,408 miles
  • 2023 – 172,969 miles
  • 2022 – 171,868 miles
  • 2021 – 169,421 miles
  • 2020 – 165,622 miles
  • 2019 – 160,520 miles
  • 2018 – 155,020 miles
  • 2017 – 147,934 miles
  • 2016 – 142,543 miles
  • 2015 – 139,574 miles
  • 2014 – 120,097 miles
  • 2012 – 102,234 miles
  • 2011 – 84,435 miles
  • 2010 – 81,242 miles
  • 2009 – 79,615 miles
  • 2008 – 60,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,064 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,064 miles (+2,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    177,064 miles
    Test number
    891913790692
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass174,408 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    174,408 miles
    Test number
    174670769270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass172,969 miles (+1,101)2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    172,969 miles
    Test number
    517750449617
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel near minimum reserve limits.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass171,868 miles (+2,447)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,868 miles
    Test number
    863723585812
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,421 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    169,421 miles
    Test number
    419735702147
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail169,421 miles (+3,799)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,421 miles
    Test number
    380888742466
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass165,622 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    165,622 miles
    Test number
    889064456101
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail165,622 miles (+5,102)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,622 miles
    Test number
    570590678469
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass160,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    160,520 miles
    Test number
    821531652124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,520 miles (+5,500)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,520 miles
    Test number
    684929412694
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass155,020 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    155,020 miles
    Test number
    861195852108
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecond hand shockers fitted to front

  12. Fail155,020 miles (+116)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,020 miles
    Test number
    118475896872
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecond hand shockers fitted to front

  13. Fail154,904 miles (+6,970)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,904 miles
    Test number
    417769566939
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass147,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,934 miles
    Test number
    168128815633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail147,934 miles (+5,391)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,934 miles
    Test number
    222155579228
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass142,543 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    142,543 miles
    Test number
    812284984503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail142,543 miles (+2,969)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,543 miles
    Test number
    940912294633
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass139,574 miles (+19,477)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    139,574 miles
    Test number
    367858545065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass120,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    120,097 miles
    Test number
    418461514095
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail120,097 miles (+17,863)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,097 miles
    Test number
    945551314009
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass102,234 miles (+17,799)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    102,234 miles
    Test number
    467113272294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,435 miles (+3,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,435 miles
    Test number
    825488751235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass81,242 miles (+1,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,242 miles
    Test number
    610441470267
    • 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)

  24. Pass79,615 miles (+18,848)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    79,615 miles
    Test number
    820599059272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,767 miles
    Test number
    442939368275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 DXT

Does LR55 DXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 DXT is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 DXT?
The MOT on LR55 DXT is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 DXT done?
LR55 DXT was recorded at 177,064 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 6,447 miles a year.
Has LR55 DXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 DXT has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 DXT 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 LR55 DXT find?
LR55 DXT passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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