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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

LR59 DLVMOT history

LR59 DLV is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 2 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 117,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LR59 DLV black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
117,872 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 DLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 DLV was last recorded at 117,872 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 1,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,403 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,469 miles
Average per year
6,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,872 miles
  • 2025 – 116,403 miles
  • 2024 – 115,608 miles
  • 2023 – 111,112 miles
  • 2022 – 101,119 miles
  • 2021 – 94,421 miles
  • 2020 – 89,720 miles
  • 2019 – 83,273 miles
  • 2018 – 75,601 miles
  • 2017 – 70,650 miles
  • 2016 – 63,144 miles
  • 2015 – 56,483 miles
  • 2014 – 49,057 miles
  • 2013 – 42,139 miles
  • 2012 – 33,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,872 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Engine oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    117,872 miles
    Test number
    414774700413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail117,872 miles (+1,469)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,872 miles
    Test number
    478061207687
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass116,403 miles (+795)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,403 miles
    Test number
    434153578033
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass115,608 miles (+4,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    347571575992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass111,112 miles (+9,993)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,112 miles
    Test number
    279182946426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,119 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,119 miles
    Test number
    913685390374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail101,118 miles (+6,697)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,118 miles
    Test number
    827050830870
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass94,421 miles (+4,701)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,421 miles
    Test number
    587031071400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,720 miles (+6,447)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,720 miles
    Test number
    519453123333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,273 miles (+7,672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,273 miles
    Test number
    416852594576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass75,601 miles (+4,951)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,601 miles
    Test number
    717455894639
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass70,650 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,650 miles
    Test number
    214114788097
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
  13. Fail70,639 miles (+7,495)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,639 miles
    Test number
    960773820330
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
  14. Pass63,144 miles (+6,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    944226361193
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  15. Pass56,483 miles (+7,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,483 miles
    Test number
    844970606561
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  16. Pass49,057 miles (+6,918)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,057 miles
    Test number
    149552534299
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  17. Pass42,139 miles (+8,550)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,139 miles
    Test number
    177662633205
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass33,589 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,589 miles
    Test number
    127527022271
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s rear not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Questions about LR59 DLV

Does LR59 DLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 DLV is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 DLV?
The MOT on LR59 DLV is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 DLV done?
LR59 DLV was recorded at 117,872 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 6,004 miles a year.
Has LR59 DLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 DLV has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 DLV 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 LR59 DLV find?
LR59 DLV passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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