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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 XLJMOT history

LR55 XLJ is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 19 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 185,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2023.

LR55 XLJ black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2024
Mileage
185,932 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 XLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 XLJ was last recorded at 185,932 miles on 7 Nov 2023, 13,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,234 miles · 11 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
13,698 miles
Average per year
8,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 185,932 miles
  • 2022 – 172,234 miles
  • 2021 – 163,573 miles
  • 2019 – 154,380 miles
  • 2018 – 145,072 miles
  • 2017 – 136,274 miles
  • 2016 – 117,374 miles
  • 2015 – 103,361 miles
  • 2014 – 96,515 miles
  • 2013 – 90,583 miles
  • 2012 – 82,961 miles
  • 2011 – 74,783 miles
  • 2010 – 66,082 miles
  • 2009 – 56,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,932 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront both sides sill damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,932 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    185,932 miles
    Test number
    917541335725
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail185,932 miles (+13,698)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,932 miles
    Test number
    806528328301
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass172,234 miles (+268)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    172,234 miles
    Test number
    301325389581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear fixation bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc guard damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak not dripping excessively time of test. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail171,966 miles (+8,393)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,966 miles
    Test number
    922237721629
    • 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 Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both inner fixation bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear fixation bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc guard damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak not dripping excessively time of test. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,573 miles (+73)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    163,573 miles
    Test number
    485069229159
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deterioration rear rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,500 miles (+9,120)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,500 miles
    Test number
    831114385172
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deterioration rear rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass154,380 miles (+302)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,380 miles
    Test number
    156258662687
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail154,078 miles (+9,006)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,078 miles
    Test number
    655415365718
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm front fixation bush or pin 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))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass145,072 miles (+8,798)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,072 miles
    Test number
    533298081348
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass136,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    136,274 miles
    Test number
    451907248400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,274 miles (+18,900)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,274 miles
    Test number
    668647715903
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass117,374 miles (+14,013)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    117,374 miles
    Test number
    961257389381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,361 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,361 miles
    Test number
    709362985108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,515 miles (+5,932)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,515 miles
    Test number
    125203684160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,583 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,583 miles
    Test number
    326313173137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail90,583 miles (+7,622)1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,583 miles
    Test number
    585633473178
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass82,961 miles (+8,178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,961 miles
    Test number
    587087562170
    • 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)

  18. Pass74,783 miles (+8,701)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,783 miles
    Test number
    797337661182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    66,082 miles
    Test number
    534728560143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,080 miles (+9,378)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,080 miles
    Test number
    620308460142
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass56,702 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,702 miles
    Test number
    801627069148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside rear brake noisy during test

Questions about LR55 XLJ

Does LR55 XLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 XLJ expired on 6 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 XLJ?
The MOT on LR55 XLJ expired on 6 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 XLJ done?
LR55 XLJ was recorded at 185,932 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2023, an average of 8,979 miles a year.
Has LR55 XLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 XLJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 XLJ 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 XLJ find?
LR55 XLJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coil spring corroded all round; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides, and 5 more.

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