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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LS05 TBOMOT history

LS05 TBO is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

LS05 TBO black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2024
Mileage
177,791 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 TBO
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
27 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 TBO was last recorded at 177,791 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 5,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,102 miles · 14 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5,689 miles
Average per year
9,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,791 miles
  • 2022 – 172,102 miles
  • 2021 – 167,119 miles
  • 2020 – 162,884 miles
  • 2019 – 155,742 miles
  • 2018 – 149,339 miles
  • 2017 – 144,593 miles
  • 2016 – 139,006 miles
  • 2015 – 131,600 miles
  • 2014 – 120,241 miles
  • 2013 – 105,106 miles
  • 2012 – 87,753 miles
  • 2011 – 73,895 miles
  • 2010 – 58,499 miles
  • 2009 – 40,364 miles
  • 2008 – 27,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,791 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll four brake discs back plates corroded to excessRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront tyres different sizes to rears 225/45/18 225/40/18
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension/steering components joined to it (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCenter to rear exhaust at join in sleeve loose but still secure
  • AdvisoryStarting to show signs of corrosion throughout vehicle

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective fading

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall 225/40/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Showing signs of corrosion throughout vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coil spring corroded both fronts and n/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,791 miles (+5,689)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    177,791 miles
    Test number
    211339019414
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs back plates corroded to excess
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres different sizes to rears 225/45/18 225/40/18
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension/steering components joined to it (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter to rear exhaust at join in sleeve loose but still secure
    • AdvisoryStarting to show signs of corrosion throughout vehicle

  2. Pass172,102 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    172,102 miles
    Test number
    797087772547
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs back plates corroded to excess
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShowing signs of corrosion throughout vehicle

  3. Fail172,102 miles (+4,983)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,102 miles
    Test number
    896582404514
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs back plates corroded to excess
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShowing signs of corrosion throughout vehicle

  4. Pass167,119 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    167,119 miles
    Test number
    817158781208
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts and n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail167,119 miles (+4,235)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,119 miles
    Test number
    402731563504
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure around inner wall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure around inner wall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts and n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass162,884 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,884 miles
    Test number
    883501491643
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs worn fronts lipped rears corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded O/s/f & N/s/f & N/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lamp misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All rear sub-frame and mountain points corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail162,884 miles (+7,142)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,884 miles
    Test number
    980011964042
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Hose split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Hose split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs worn fronts lipped rears corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded O/s/f & N/s/f & N/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lamp misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All rear sub-frame and mountain points corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,742 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    155,742 miles
    Test number
    407575209074
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front inner side walls splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps only just have a pattern

  9. Fail155,742 miles (+6,403)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,742 miles
    Test number
    484990229038
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front inner side walls splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps only just have a pattern

  10. Pass149,339 miles (+4,746)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    149,339 miles
    Test number
    764443992550
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge just starting to cut out (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass144,593 miles (+5,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    144,593 miles
    Test number
    327854813241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass139,006 miles (+7,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,006 miles
    Test number
    401456877912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind (n/s/rear).

  13. Pass131,600 miles (+11,359)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    131,600 miles
    Test number
    579460385069
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass120,241 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    120,241 miles
    Test number
    208136384045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail120,241 miles (+15,135)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,241 miles
    Test number
    766496884082
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass105,106 miles (+17,353)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,106 miles
    Test number
    268373393019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,753 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,753 miles
    Test number
    177946782425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail87,753 miles (+13,858)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,753 miles
    Test number
    125186782097
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass73,895 miles (+15,396)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,895 miles
    Test number
    619976591081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,499 miles (+18,135)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,499 miles
    Test number
    314301290069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,364 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,364 miles
    Test number
    260241999053
    • NoteBottom arm bushes splittin under load
    • NoteFront and rear brakes getting worn

  22. Fail40,364 miles (+13,116)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,364 miles
    Test number
    861661399061
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBottom arm bushes splittin under load
    • NoteFront and rear brakes getting worn

  23. Pass27,248 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,248 miles
    Test number
    172464698036
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS05 TBO

Does LS05 TBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 TBO expired on 6 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 TBO?
The MOT on LS05 TBO expired on 6 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 TBO done?
LS05 TBO was recorded at 177,791 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 9,751 miles a year.
Has LS05 TBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 TBO has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 TBO 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 LS05 TBO find?
LS05 TBO passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; all four brake discs back plates corroded to excess; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear offside and nearside, and 6 more.

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