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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,968 cc

LS53 VSXMOT history

LS53 VSX is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 20 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2023.

LS53 VSX blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2024
Mileage
118,001 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2024
Latest MOT test
13 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VSX was last recorded at 118,001 miles on 13 May 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,001 miles · 11 May 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,001 miles
  • 2021 – 117,462 miles
  • 2018 – 116,668 miles
  • 2017 – 116,038 miles
  • 2015 – 113,652 miles
  • 2014 – 111,667 miles
  • 2012 – 109,257 miles
  • 2011 – 103,133 miles
  • 2010 – 93,235 miles
  • 2009 – 82,967 miles
  • 2008 – 69,747 miles
  • 2007 – 54,783 miles
  • 2006 – 36,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,001 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryUnderside rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,001 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,001 miles
    Test number
    412781828836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  2. Fail118,001 miles (+539)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,001 miles
    Test number
    835570265311
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  3. Pass117,462 miles (+794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,462 miles
    Test number
    252931781617
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass116,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,668 miles
    Test number
    565111140361
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail116,668 miles (+630)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,668 miles
    Test number
    454413879661
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass116,038 miles (+2,386)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,038 miles
    Test number
    242084456782
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edge beginning to bald on inner edge strong advise change asap and wheel alignment
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty and pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass113,652 miles (+1,985)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,652 miles
    Test number
    298030995139
    • Note...Thanx 4visiting us...
    • NoteDense black smoke coming from exhaust when purging, therefore advise fuel conditioner to clean system & add performance
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMetal object in o/s front tyre (where marked)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass111,667 miles (+2,410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,667 miles
    Test number
    508831434013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,257 miles (+6,124)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    109,257 miles
    Test number
    956798202279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    103,133 miles
    Test number
    847891711277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,133 miles (+9,898)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,133 miles
    Test number
    637511211270
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth offside tyre outer walls cut and damged

  12. Pass93,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    93,235 miles
    Test number
    513405000208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail93,235 miles (+10,268)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,235 miles
    Test number
    883625000297
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass82,967 miles (+13,220)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,967 miles
    Test number
    962894209207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,747 miles
    Test number
    293273098463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,747 miles (+14,964)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,747 miles
    Test number
    500440798135
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThe offside front wheel arch liner is loose

  17. Pass54,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,783 miles
    Test number
    322149797194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,783 miles (+17,995)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,783 miles
    Test number
    401638197148
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass36,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,788 miles
    Test number
    273815886163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VSX

Does LS53 VSX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VSX expired on 12 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VSX?
The MOT on LS53 VSX expired on 12 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VSX done?
LS53 VSX was recorded at 118,001 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2023, an average of 4,818 miles a year.
Has LS53 VSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VSX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 VSX 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 LS53 VSX find?
LS53 VSX passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; underside rusty.

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