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Audi A3

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 VLYMOT history

LR55 VLY is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 197,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

LR55 VLY silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
197,784 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VLY was last recorded at 197,784 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 7,388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,396 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,388 miles
Average per year
7,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 197,784 miles
  • 2024 – 190,396 miles
  • 2023 – 180,605 miles
  • 2022 – 170,651 miles
  • 2021 – 162,753 miles
  • 2020 – 156,926 miles
  • 2019 – 152,193 miles
  • 2018 – 144,466 miles
  • 2017 – 137,887 miles
  • 2016 – 131,635 miles
  • 2015 – 123,422 miles
  • 2014 – 115,245 miles
  • 2013 – 109,701 miles
  • 2012 – 100,635 miles
  • 2010 – 86,866 miles
  • 2009 – 79,068 miles
  • 2008 – 69,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,784 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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 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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass197,784 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    197,784 miles
    Test number
    395407828772
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Fail197,784 miles (+7,388)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,784 miles
    Test number
    927624708151
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass190,396 miles (+9,791)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    190,396 miles
    Test number
    112472581308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,605 miles (+9,954)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    180,605 miles
    Test number
    494843151052
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BORDERLINE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass170,651 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,651 miles
    Test number
    249614556664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail170,587 miles (+7,834)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,587 miles
    Test number
    119632771599
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,753 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    162,753 miles
    Test number
    223600181027
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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. Fail162,753 miles (+5,827)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,753 miles
    Test number
    699333539516
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  9. Pass156,926 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    156,926 miles
    Test number
    469572234583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail156,923 miles (+4,730)1 dangerous4 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,923 miles
    Test number
    539540368988
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure cooler (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass152,193 miles (+7,727)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,193 miles
    Test number
    695253778820
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass144,466 miles (+6,579)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    144,466 miles
    Test number
    352467993451
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass137,887 miles (+6,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    137,887 miles
    Test number
    201264152708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass131,635 miles (+8,213)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    131,635 miles
    Test number
    546426771642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass123,422 miles (+8,177)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    123,422 miles
    Test number
    115645704823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,245 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    115,245 miles
    Test number
    447715464033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,701 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    109,701 miles
    Test number
    235569153034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail109,700 miles (+9,065)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,700 miles
    Test number
    397778253047
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail100,635 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,635 miles
    Test number
    499452142084
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass100,635 miles (+13,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    100,635 miles
    Test number
    507012942059
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass86,866 miles (+7,798)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    86,866 miles
    Test number
    180343210392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & lipped
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside Front tyre has a cut
    • NoteNearside Rear tyre has a cut

  22. Pass79,068 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,068 miles
    Test number
    462335479247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,065 miles (+9,345)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,065 miles
    Test number
    643963579284
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass69,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    134666168287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VLY

Does LR55 VLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VLY is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VLY?
The MOT on LR55 VLY is valid until 16 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 VLY done?
LR55 VLY was recorded at 197,784 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 7,431 miles a year.
Has LR55 VLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VLY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 VLY 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 VLY find?
LR55 VLY passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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