Audi A3
Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc
LS09 GAOMOT history
LS09 GAO is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 21 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 159,159 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 4 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 159,159 mi
- At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 15 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 8,244 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS09 GAO
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 21 May 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 4 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS09 GAO was last recorded at 159,159 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 16,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 143,091 miles · 5 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 16,068 miles
- Average per year
- 8,244 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 159,159 miles
- 2025 – 143,091 miles
- 2024 – 137,805 miles
- 2023 – 121,087 miles
- 2022 – 115,353 miles
- 2021 – 103,827 miles
- 2020 – 96,452 miles
- 2019 – 94,035 miles
- 2018 – 89,256 miles
- 2017 – 83,835 miles
- 2016 – 79,706 miles
- 2015 – 72,579 miles
- 2014 – 62,935 miles
- 2013 – 51,619 miles
- 2012 – 41,679 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass159,159 miles
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
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.
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
22 tests since 2 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass159,159 miles (+16,068)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 159,159 miles
- Test number
- 324829154659
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass143,091 miles (+53)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 143,091 miles
- Test number
- 425296015707
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Fail143,038 miles (+5,233)4 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,038 miles
- Test number
- 728699376317
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Pass137,805 miles (+16,718)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 137,805 miles
- Test number
- 414406685088
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass121,087 miles (+5,734)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 121,087 miles
- Test number
- 984136936487
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass115,353 miles (+45)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 115,353 miles
- Test number
- 175766708227
- AdvisoryBOTH front tyres wearing edges
- AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres showing cracking / perishing in treaded area
- AdvisorySurface scratches to windscreen
Fail115,308 miles (+11,481)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,308 miles
- Test number
- 784903943296
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust system insecure Front/centre joining sleeve securing clamps corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag light (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres showing wear to edges
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides on the inner faces worn & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass103,827 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 103,827 miles
- Test number
- 841834479835
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail103,827 miles (+7,375)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,827 miles
- Test number
- 280785770495
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass96,452 miles (+2,417)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 96,452 miles
- Test number
- 444232200256
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass94,035 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2020
- Odometer
- 94,035 miles
- Test number
- 692848259973
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill damage
Fail94,035 miles (+4,779)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,035 miles
- Test number
- 991272009250
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill damage
Pass89,256 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 89,256 miles
- Test number
- 255624229669
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail89,256 miles (+5,421)1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,256 miles
- Test number
- 699929180629
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass83,835 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 83,835 miles
- Test number
- 259563698775
- AdvisoryFront both tyre worn on inner and outer
- AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail83,835 miles (+4,129)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,835 miles
- Test number
- 178928365179
- DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryFront both tyre worn on inner and outer
- AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass79,706 miles (+7,127)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 79,706 miles
- Test number
- 202391093737
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,579 miles (+9,644)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 72,579 miles
- Test number
- 177808075173
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass62,935 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 62,935 miles
- Test number
- 558648884020
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,935 miles (+11,316)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,935 miles
- Test number
- 337158484032
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass51,619 miles (+9,940)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 51,619 miles
- Test number
- 755623773032
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass41,679 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 41,679 miles
- Test number
- 605583992072
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteBoth front tyres inner tread worn
Questions about LS09 GAO
- Does LS09 GAO currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 GAO is valid until 4 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS09 GAO?
- The MOT on LS09 GAO is valid until 4 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS09 GAO done?
- LS09 GAO was recorded at 159,159 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 8,244 miles a year.
- Has LS09 GAO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS09 GAO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on LS09 GAO 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 LS09 GAO find?
- LS09 GAO passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 7 more.
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