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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 USOMOT history

LR55 USO is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 195,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2023.

LR55 USO grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2024
Mileage
195,284 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 USO
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
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 USO was last recorded at 195,284 miles on 6 Dec 2023, 205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,079 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
205 miles
Average per year
9,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 195,284 miles
  • 2022 – 186,370 miles
  • 2021 – 178,505 miles
  • 2020 – 170,966 miles
  • 2019 – 161,831 miles
  • 2018 – 156,825 miles
  • 2017 – 150,330 miles
  • 2016 – 139,726 miles
  • 2015 – 125,331 miles
  • 2014 – 111,411 miles
  • 2013 – 94,742 miles
  • 2012 – 90,915 miles
  • 2011 – 84,564 miles
  • 2010 – 76,853 miles
  • 2009 – 49,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,284 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,284 miles (+205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    195,284 miles
    Test number
    645528805809
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail195,079 miles (+8,709)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,079 miles
    Test number
    403406661275
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass186,370 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    186,370 miles
    Test number
    523698828050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail186,277 miles (+7,772)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,277 miles
    Test number
    574152947369
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass178,505 miles (+7,539)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    178,505 miles
    Test number
    629170726712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass170,966 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    170,966 miles
    Test number
    423756303348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail170,966 miles (+9,135)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,966 miles
    Test number
    896690741703
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,831 miles (+5,006)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    161,831 miles
    Test number
    927381687397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass156,825 miles (+6,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    156,825 miles
    Test number
    228586764671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass150,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    150,330 miles
    Test number
    146434466866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail150,330 miles (+10,604)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,330 miles
    Test number
    435367337517
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass139,726 miles (+14,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    139,726 miles
    Test number
    815348906587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass125,331 miles (+13,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    125,331 miles
    Test number
    918174055190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass111,411 miles (+16,669)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    111,411 miles
    Test number
    649704754130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  15. Pass94,742 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,742 miles
    Test number
    855766653122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,915 miles (+6,351)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,915 miles
    Test number
    106313242273
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly worn

  17. Pass84,564 miles (+7,711)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,564 miles
    Test number
    346242361418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,853 miles (+14,461)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,853 miles
    Test number
    323195160334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCambelt overdue 75k / 5yrs

  19. Pass62,392 miles (+12,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    62,392 miles
    Test number
    861478310022
    • 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)

  20. Pass49,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,502 miles
    Test number
    194244329473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 USO

Does LR55 USO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 USO expired on 6 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 USO?
The MOT on LR55 USO expired on 6 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 USO done?
LR55 USO was recorded at 195,284 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2023, an average of 9,808 miles a year.
Has LR55 USO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 USO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 USO 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 USO find?
LR55 USO passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2023 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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