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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

LR59 DMUMOT history

LR59 DMU is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 16 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2026.

LR59 DMU black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
122,369 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 DMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 DMU was last recorded at 122,369 miles on 22 Feb 2026, 4,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,820 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,549 miles
Average per year
7,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,369 miles
  • 2025 – 117,820 miles
  • 2024 – 114,995 miles
  • 2023 – 110,028 miles
  • 2022 – 92,799 miles
  • 2020 – 86,458 miles
  • 2019 – 78,826 miles
  • 2018 – 70,957 miles
  • 2016 – 49,122 miles
  • 2015 – 41,314 miles
  • 2014 – 34,653 miles
  • 2013 – 26,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,369 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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.

  • Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim osr (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Bottom corners of radiator leaking antifreeze and also possibly bottom hose ns corner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake fluctuating, but not excessively fronts (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front bumper centre grille chrome surround slightly insecure caused by damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nsf tyre chunks outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nsr tyre chunks outer wall and low tread depth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,369 miles (+4,549)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    122,369 miles
    Test number
    693795103395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass117,820 miles (+2,825)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,820 miles
    Test number
    131331611891
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,995 miles (+4,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,995 miles
    Test number
    178239192969
    • 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))

  4. Pass110,028 miles (+17,229)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,028 miles
    Test number
    198056559718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,799 miles (+6,341)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,799 miles
    Test number
    678021723783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,458 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,458 miles
    Test number
    385552477264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,457 miles (+7,631)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,457 miles
    Test number
    386968455507
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,826 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    685925640731
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wear to edges

  9. Fail78,826 miles (+7,869)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    434380526366
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wear to edges

  10. Pass70,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,957 miles
    Test number
    789672845693
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail70,956 miles (+11,752)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,956 miles
    Test number
    226422481711
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass59,204 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,204 miles
    Test number
    209001479899
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim osr (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBottom corners of radiator leaking antifreeze and also possibly bottom hose ns corner
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively fronts (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper centre grille chrome surround slightly insecure caused by damage
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre chunks outer wall
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre chunks outer wall and low tread depth
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRemoved device cradle windscreen swept area

  13. Fail59,204 miles (+10,082)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,204 miles
    Test number
    379468984877
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nsf and osf (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working nsr (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim osr (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBottom corners of radiator leaking antifreeze and also possibly bottom hose ns corner
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively fronts (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper centre grille chrome surround slightly insecure caused by damage
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre chunks outer wall
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre chunks outer wall and low tread depth
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRemoved device cradle windscreen swept area

  14. Pass49,122 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,122 miles
    Test number
    879576191188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,081 miles (+7,767)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    147281376984
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass41,314 miles (+6,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,314 miles
    Test number
    160522296740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges and has cuts on outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyrte wearing on edges and has cuts on inner sidewall

  17. Pass34,653 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,653 miles
    Test number
    257570544236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,615 miles (+7,764)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    276318834235
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/side front tyre has cuts on side wall

  19. Pass26,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,851 miles
    Test number
    916501423241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 DMU

Does LR59 DMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 DMU is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 DMU?
The MOT on LR59 DMU is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 DMU done?
LR59 DMU was recorded at 122,369 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2026, an average of 7,617 miles a year.
Has LR59 DMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 DMU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LR59 DMU 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 DMU find?
LR59 DMU passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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