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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LS05 TCXMOT history

LS05 TCX is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 7 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2023.

LS05 TCX grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2024
Mileage
122,832 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 TCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 TCX was last recorded at 122,832 miles on 24 Jun 2023, 2,532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,300 miles · 28 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2,532 miles
Average per year
5,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,832 miles
  • 2022 – 120,300 miles
  • 2021 – 116,999 miles
  • 2019 – 110,786 miles
  • 2018 – 104,715 miles
  • 2017 – 98,532 miles
  • 2016 – 93,020 miles
  • 2015 – 87,138 miles
  • 2014 – 80,506 miles
  • 2013 – 74,072 miles
  • 2012 – 67,955 miles
  • 2011 – 61,784 miles
  • 2010 – 55,081 miles
  • 2009 – 49,201 miles
  • 2008 – 37,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,832 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Disc corroded. N/S+O/S
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Underbody surface corrosion

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,832 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,832 miles
    Test number
    100018882321
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Disc corroded. N/S+O/S
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody surface corrosion

  2. Fail122,832 miles (+2,532)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,832 miles
    Test number
    188326658441
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Disc corroded. N/S+O/S
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody surface corrosion

  3. Pass120,300 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,300 miles
    Test number
    982293031502
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail120,299 miles (+3,300)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,299 miles
    Test number
    562067113887
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass116,999 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    116,999 miles
    Test number
    615964679014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,988 miles (+6,202)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,988 miles
    Test number
    368900654348
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are splitting/perished and have some sidewall damage

  7. Pass110,786 miles (+6,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,786 miles
    Test number
    721099691514
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Rear washer jet blocked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass104,715 miles (+6,183)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    526580336776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,532 miles (+5,512)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,532 miles
    Test number
    894679482049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,020 miles
    Test number
    780957062879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock cover loose

  11. Fail93,020 miles (+5,882)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,020 miles
    Test number
    707825262373
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock cover loose

  12. Pass87,138 miles (+6,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,138 miles
    Test number
    517332385191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass80,506 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,506 miles
    Test number
    275837674449
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail80,480 miles (+6,408)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,480 miles
    Test number
    908855074125
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass74,072 miles (+6,117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,072 miles
    Test number
    287914483411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass67,955 miles (+6,171)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,955 miles
    Test number
    745055482110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNSR tyre on 3mm sidewall cracked
    • NoteOSR lens cracked

  17. Pass61,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    208145191124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail61,784 miles (+6,703)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    688474591123
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass55,081 miles (+5,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,081 miles
    Test number
    254150290475
    • 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)

  20. Pass49,201 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,201 miles
    Test number
    113834209270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,721 miles (+10,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,721 miles
    Test number
    634343939125
    • 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)

  22. Pass37,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    782887538156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 TCX

Does LS05 TCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 TCX expired on 27 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 TCX?
The MOT on LS05 TCX expired on 27 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 TCX done?
LS05 TCX was recorded at 122,832 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2023, an average of 5,637 miles a year.
Has LS05 TCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 TCX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LS05 TCX 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 TCX find?
LS05 TCX passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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