Audi logo

Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 LHDMOT history

LR55 LHD is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 25 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 147,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2023.

LR55 LHD black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2024
Mileage
147,042 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,644 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR55 LHD in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 LHD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 LHD was last recorded at 147,042 miles on 4 Sept 2023, 3,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 May 2018: 128,575 miles, lower than 166,791 miles on 23 May 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,670 miles · 26 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,372 miles
Average per year
7,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,042 miles
  • 2022 – 143,670 miles
  • 2021 – 139,653 miles
  • 2020 – 136,935 miles
  • 2019 – 133,570 miles
  • 2018 – 128,575 miles
  • 2017 – 166,791 miles
  • 2016 – 102,848 miles
  • 2015 – 95,738 miles
  • 2014 – 87,837 miles
  • 2013 – 77,161 miles
  • 2012 – 69,351 miles
  • 2011 – 58,960 miles
  • 2010 – 49,513 miles
  • 2009 – 46,323 miles
  • 2008 – 32,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,042 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    147,042 miles
    Test number
    426282175609
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail147,042 miles (+3,372)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,042 miles
    Test number
    303785518183
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass143,670 miles (+4,017)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,670 miles
    Test number
    514261532364
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass139,653 miles (+2,718)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    139,653 miles
    Test number
    121638263798
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,935 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,935 miles
    Test number
    473287210820
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail136,930 miles (+3,360)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,930 miles
    Test number
    878669098443
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass133,570 miles (+4,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    133,570 miles
    Test number
    694480829068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass128,575 miles (-38,216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,575 miles
    Test number
    518357264449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have uneven tread wear

  9. Pass166,791 miles (+63,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    166,791 miles
    Test number
    106793857156
    • 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)

  10. Pass102,848 miles (+7,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,848 miles
    Test number
    808761149473
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass95,738 miles (+7,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    289320445478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass87,837 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,837 miles
    Test number
    239886834159
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s rear casing broken

  13. Fail87,837 miles (+10,676)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,837 miles
    Test number
    395366334141
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s rear casing broken

  14. Pass77,161 miles (+7,810)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,161 miles
    Test number
    248588143414
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteStep in tred n/s rear tyre

  15. Pass69,351 miles (+10,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,351 miles
    Test number
    335481852166
    • 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)

  16. Pass58,960 miles (+9,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,960 miles
    Test number
    169355721069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,513 miles (+3,190)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,513 miles
    Test number
    242946820069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,323 miles (+13,658)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    353684549270
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdv - Low tone horn inoperative
    • NoteAdv - front and rear number plates in slight poor comdition.

  19. Pass32,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,665 miles
    Test number
    283271268243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 LHD

Does LR55 LHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 LHD expired on 3 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 LHD?
The MOT on LR55 LHD expired on 3 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 LHD done?
LR55 LHD was recorded at 147,042 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2023, an average of 7,644 miles a year.
Has LR55 LHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 LHD has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 LHD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 May 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 LHD find?
LR55 LHD passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2023 with 1 advisory: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both.

Related registrations

Browse all LR55L registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.