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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR59 OTEMOT history

LR59 OTE is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 19 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 121,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

LR59 OTE silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
121,595 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 OTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 OTE was last recorded at 121,595 miles on 15 May 2026, 2,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,654 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,941 miles
Average per year
6,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,595 miles
  • 2025 – 118,654 miles
  • 2024 – 115,604 miles
  • 2023 – 112,105 miles
  • 2022 – 109,161 miles
  • 2021 – 106,734 miles
  • 2020 – 104,868 miles
  • 2019 – 102,103 miles
  • 2018 – 98,678 miles
  • 2017 – 95,637 miles
  • 2016 – 85,774 miles
  • 2015 – 66,004 miles
  • 2014 – 57,029 miles
  • 2013 – 45,723 miles
  • 2012 – 31,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,595 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 windscreen has a sticker/obstruction in the swept area not seriously effecting the view of the road ( tax disc )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front brake hose is fouling abs loom

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,595 miles (+2,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,595 miles
    Test number
    951071084029
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass118,654 miles (+3,050)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    118,654 miles
    Test number
    435652622018
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged surround casing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake ABS SENSOR wiring twisted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass115,604 miles (+3,499)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    115,604 miles
    Test number
    116529855271
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass112,105 miles (+2,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,105 miles
    Test number
    256282053900
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass109,161 miles (+2,427)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,161 miles
    Test number
    315206664382
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Seat belt buckle cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of engine covered in oil

  6. Pass106,734 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,734 miles
    Test number
    591882271034
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen has a sticker/obstruction in the swept area not seriously effecting the view of the road ( tax disc )
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose is fouling abs loom

  7. Fail106,734 miles (+1,866)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,734 miles
    Test number
    537654120384
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen has a sticker/obstruction in the swept area not seriously effecting the view of the road ( tax disc )
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose is fouling abs loom

  8. Pass104,868 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    147598459565
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear buckle missing its cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail104,868 miles (+2,765)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    993910779578
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear buckle missing its cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass102,103 miles (+3,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,103 miles
    Test number
    910694584006
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass98,678 miles (+3,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,678 miles
    Test number
    505289777202
    • 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))

  12. Pass95,637 miles (+9,863)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,637 miles
    Test number
    212840380158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    327752984827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,773 miles (+19,769)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,773 miles
    Test number
    537405450344
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass66,004 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,004 miles
    Test number
    949195385197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,029 miles (+11,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,029 miles
    Test number
    926716884120
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass45,723 miles (+14,378)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,723 miles
    Test number
    167217783167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,345 miles
    Test number
    989055892137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 OTE

Does LR59 OTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 OTE is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 OTE?
The MOT on LR59 OTE is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 OTE done?
LR59 OTE was recorded at 121,595 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 6,522 miles a year.
Has LR59 OTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 OTE has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LR59 OTE 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 OTE find?
LR59 OTE passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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