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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 UMYMOT history

LR55 UMY is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 197,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

LR55 UMY black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2024
Mileage
197,235 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 UMY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 UMY was last recorded at 197,235 miles on 18 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2013: 11,919 miles, lower than 110,575 miles on 23 Oct 2012.

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
197,235 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 197,235 miles
  • 2022 – 191,719 miles
  • 2020 – 179,099 miles
  • 2019 – 159,148 miles
  • 2017 – 154,507 miles
  • 2016 – 143,885 miles
  • 2015 – 134,793 miles
  • 2014 – 128,109 miles
  • 2013 – 11,919 miles
  • 2012 – 110,575 miles
  • 2010 – 92,020 miles
  • 2009 – 80,815 miles
  • 2008 – 71,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,235 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement no movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,235 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    197,235 miles
    Test number
    223145607482
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail197,235 miles (+5,516)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,235 miles
    Test number
    763646280073
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nsr sill within 30cm of nsr suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear deteriorated but no movement detected (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass191,719 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    191,719 miles
    Test number
    819791117006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail191,564 miles (+12,465)6 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,564 miles
    Test number
    251479899855
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2254517 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2254517 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2254517 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass179,099 miles (+19,951)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    179,099 miles
    Test number
    705231682505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass159,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    159,148 miles
    Test number
    618556008632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail159,148 miles (+4,641)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,148 miles
    Test number
    184522308108
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass154,507 miles (+10,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    154,507 miles
    Test number
    112764914010
    • AdvisorySlight scoring on windscreen

  9. Pass143,885 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    143,885 miles
    Test number
    994123957009
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc links arms bushes (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Fail143,885 miles (+9,092)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,885 miles
    Test number
    937016704403
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc links arms bushes (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass134,793 miles (+6,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,793 miles
    Test number
    940123413627
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass128,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    128,109 miles
    Test number
    179619084274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,109 miles (+116,190)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,109 miles
    Test number
    429909584260
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass11,919 miles (-98,656)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    11,919 miles
    Test number
    567825983243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass110,575 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,575 miles
    Test number
    159817992216
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail110,569 miles (+6,647)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,569 miles
    Test number
    968266892222
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass103,922 miles (+11,902)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    103,922 miles
    Test number
    125835322081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,020 miles (+11,205)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,020 miles
    Test number
    544590150364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass80,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    80,815 miles
    Test number
    172162829325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,815 miles (+9,203)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,815 miles
    Test number
    174282829359
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass71,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,612 miles
    Test number
    760137798224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,612 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,612 miles
    Test number
    382297498435
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Questions about LR55 UMY

Does LR55 UMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 UMY expired on 17 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 UMY?
The MOT on LR55 UMY expired on 17 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 UMY done?
LR55 UMY was recorded at 197,235 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 8,674 miles a year.
Has LR55 UMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 UMY has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 UMY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 UMY find?
LR55 UMY passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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