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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 UNBMOT history

LR55 UNB is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 148,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LR55 UNB black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
148,667 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 UNB
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 valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 UNB was last recorded at 148,667 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 1,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,975 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,692 miles
Average per year
4,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,667 miles
  • 2024 – 146,975 miles
  • 2023 – 143,191 miles
  • 2022 – 140,035 miles
  • 2021 – 137,501 miles
  • 2020 – 134,718 miles
  • 2019 – 132,582 miles
  • 2018 – 128,475 miles
  • 2017 – 124,218 miles
  • 2016 – 120,851 miles
  • 2015 – 117,145 miles
  • 2014 – 108,025 miles
  • 2013 – 101,425 miles
  • 2012 – 95,756 miles
  • 2011 – 90,374 miles
  • 2010 – 82,899 miles
  • 2009 – 76,026 miles
  • 2008 – 64,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,667 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both (5.3.6 (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.

  • BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,667 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    148,667 miles
    Test number
    928899019584
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail148,657 miles (+1,682)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,657 miles
    Test number
    798132564003
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arms rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,975 miles (+3,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    146,975 miles
    Test number
    693408524117
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass143,191 miles (+133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,191 miles
    Test number
    149284572507
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

  5. Fail143,058 miles (+3,023)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,058 miles
    Test number
    428306552526
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

  6. Pass140,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,035 miles
    Test number
    309192143581
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail140,035 miles (+2,534)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,035 miles
    Test number
    803450572172
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,501 miles (+2,783)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,501 miles
    Test number
    317459056338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass134,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,718 miles
    Test number
    771591141257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail134,718 miles (+29)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,718 miles
    Test number
    620910953902
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail134,689 miles (+2,107)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,689 miles
    Test number
    170743486729
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass132,582 miles (+4,107)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,582 miles
    Test number
    962826193109
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  13. Pass128,475 miles (+4,257)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    128,475 miles
    Test number
    506657096057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass124,218 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,218 miles
    Test number
    276631287439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing

  15. Fail124,211 miles (+3,360)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,211 miles
    Test number
    581781842545
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing

  16. Pass120,851 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,851 miles
    Test number
    775526839291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,145 miles (+9,120)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    117,145 miles
    Test number
    561960188008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,025 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    108,025 miles
    Test number
    289670434360
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail108,025 miles (+6,600)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,025 miles
    Test number
    895810634332
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass101,425 miles (+5,669)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    101,425 miles
    Test number
    188976113332
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,756 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    95,756 miles
    Test number
    708697022399
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail95,756 miles (+5,382)2 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,756 miles
    Test number
    466037022336
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass90,374 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,374 miles
    Test number
    325931121326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder engine bay and body covers fitted unable to fully inspect some items.

  24. Fail90,374 miles (+7,475)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,374 miles
    Test number
    436121921476
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder engine bay and body covers fitted unable to fully inspect some items.

  25. Pass82,899 miles (+6,873)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    302886520330
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage

  26. Pass76,026 miles (+11,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,026 miles
    Test number
    394079029311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass64,879 miles (+163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,879 miles
    Test number
    301660798226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass64,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    103120378207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail64,716 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    823160078216
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Questions about LR55 UNB

Does LR55 UNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 UNB is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 UNB?
The MOT on LR55 UNB is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 UNB done?
LR55 UNB was recorded at 148,667 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 4,897 miles a year.
Has LR55 UNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 UNB has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 UNB 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 UNB find?
LR55 UNB passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, and 4 more.

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