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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 LHMMOT history

LR55 LHM is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 19 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 154,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2023.

LR55 LHM grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2024
Mileage
154,154 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 LHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 LHM was last recorded at 154,154 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 8,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,539 miles · 20 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,615 miles
Average per year
4,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,154 miles
  • 2022 – 145,539 miles
  • 2021 – 138,714 miles
  • 2020 – 132,025 miles
  • 2019 – 126,081 miles
  • 2018 – 122,271 miles
  • 2017 – 119,510 miles
  • 2016 – 114,470 miles
  • 2015 – 112,008 miles
  • 2014 – 109,230 miles
  • 2013 – 106,660 miles
  • 2012 – 102,531 miles
  • 2011 – 96,970 miles
  • 2010 – 92,180 miles
  • 2008 – 84,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,154 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,154 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    154,154 miles
    Test number
    799990394755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail154,154 miles (+8,615)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,154 miles
    Test number
    280981177393
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass145,539 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    145,539 miles
    Test number
    749121276326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail145,539 miles (+6,825)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,539 miles
    Test number
    690711964014
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass138,714 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    138,714 miles
    Test number
    528199948326
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail138,714 miles (+6,689)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,714 miles
    Test number
    429265818690
    • 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))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass132,025 miles (+5,944)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    132,025 miles
    Test number
    799579698878
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass126,081 miles (+3,810)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,081 miles
    Test number
    823566883739
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeak at rear of engine

  9. Pass122,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,271 miles
    Test number
    991750383528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail122,271 miles (+2,761)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,271 miles
    Test number
    823679858712
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass119,510 miles (+5,040)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,510 miles
    Test number
    824330545633
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngin manegment light on

  12. Pass114,470 miles (+2,462)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    114,470 miles
    Test number
    783610786088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,008 miles
    Test number
    539895567704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,008 miles
    Test number
    738349754288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,008 miles (+2,778)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,008 miles
    Test number
    267567399068
    • 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)

  16. Pass109,230 miles (+2,570)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,230 miles
    Test number
    545172514208
    • NoteFront (rear) wishbone bushes slightly perished
    • NoteRear pads getting low

  17. Pass106,660 miles (+4,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    106,660 miles
    Test number
    867552493108
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass102,531 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    515882202218
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  19. Fail102,531 miles (+1,393)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    866672202247
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  20. Pass101,138 miles (+4,168)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    101,138 miles
    Test number
    379348342007
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth lower arm bushes worn
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  21. Fail96,970 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,970 miles
    Test number
    188413851047
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass96,970 miles (+4,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,970 miles
    Test number
    656373751003
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass92,180 miles (+7,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    92,180 miles
    Test number
    610427450067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass84,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    84,916 miles
    Test number
    514606998228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,915 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,915 miles
    Test number
    292996498277
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LR55 LHM

Does LR55 LHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 LHM expired on 4 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 LHM?
The MOT on LR55 LHM expired on 4 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 LHM done?
LR55 LHM was recorded at 154,154 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 4,703 miles a year.
Has LR55 LHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 LHM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 LHM 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 LHM find?
LR55 LHM passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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