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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 USDMOT history

LR55 USD is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 29 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

LR55 USD blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2026
Mileage
161,487 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 USD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 USD was last recorded at 161,487 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 11,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,128 miles · 12 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
11,359 miles
Average per year
7,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,487 miles
  • 2024 – 150,128 miles
  • 2023 – 143,599 miles
  • 2021 – 134,111 miles
  • 2020 – 127,189 miles
  • 2019 – 121,843 miles
  • 2018 – 107,029 miles
  • 2017 – 101,774 miles
  • 2016 – 96,326 miles
  • 2015 – 91,298 miles
  • 2014 – 86,580 miles
  • 2013 – 83,053 miles
  • 2012 – 79,091 miles
  • 2011 – 69,483 miles
  • 2010 – 56,319 miles
  • 2009 – 43,788 miles
  • 2008 – 32,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,487 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,487 miles (+11,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    161,487 miles
    Test number
    265058073752
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass150,128 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    150,128 miles
    Test number
    811634110708
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,128 miles (+6,529)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,128 miles
    Test number
    640443746118
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,599 miles (+9,488)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    143,599 miles
    Test number
    719817907467
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass134,111 miles (+6,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    431892499661
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass127,189 miles (+5,346)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,189 miles
    Test number
    590549217598
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted blocking view of components

  7. Pass121,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,843 miles
    Test number
    405960432052
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished and split, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail121,842 miles (+14,813)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,842 miles
    Test number
    607269215462
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished and split, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass107,029 miles (+5,255)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    107,029 miles
    Test number
    662490047932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass101,774 miles (+5,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,774 miles
    Test number
    432238511922
    • AdvisoryEngine & Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass96,326 miles (+5,028)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    96,326 miles
    Test number
    478738545708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,298 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,298 miles
    Test number
    417194454764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail91,298 miles (+4,718)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,298 miles
    Test number
    409418463300
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass86,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    378580094204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,580 miles (+3,527)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    977270194208
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass83,053 miles (+3,962)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,053 miles
    Test number
    777804093230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,091 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,091 miles
    Test number
    849844282290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,088 miles (+9,605)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,088 miles
    Test number
    787782582226
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass69,483 miles (+13,164)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,483 miles
    Test number
    655624791234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,319 miles
    Test number
    892258580234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,319 miles (+12,531)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,319 miles
    Test number
    404208280293
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass43,788 miles (+11,243)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,788 miles
    Test number
    134359789227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,545 miles
    Test number
    192446098298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,545 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,545 miles
    Test number
    483566498269
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread wearing low
    • NoteUnable to inspect underside of vehicle fully/ covered by shields

Questions about LR55 USD

Does LR55 USD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 USD expired on 10 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 USD?
The MOT on LR55 USD expired on 10 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 USD done?
LR55 USD was recorded at 161,487 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 7,751 miles a year.
Has LR55 USD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 USD has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 USD 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 USD find?
LR55 USD passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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