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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

LS54 FBFMOT history

LS54 FBF is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 26 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

LS54 FBF blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2025
Mileage
123,866 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 FBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 FBF was last recorded at 123,866 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 11,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Sept 2016: 71,264 miles, lower than 711,221 miles on 9 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,137 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
11,729 miles
Average per year
5,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,866 miles
  • 2023 – 112,137 miles
  • 2022 – 108,614 miles
  • 2021 – 103,845 miles
  • 2020 – 98,460 miles
  • 2019 – 91,922 miles
  • 2018 – 86,122 miles
  • 2017 – 78,260 miles
  • 2016 – 71,264 miles
  • 2015 – 65,486 miles
  • 2014 – 59,680 miles
  • 2013 – 50,102 miles
  • 2012 – 46,698 miles
  • 2011 – 45,555 miles
  • 2010 – 42,686 miles
  • 2009 – 35,801 miles
  • 2008 – 32,107 miles
  • 2007 – 27,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,866 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 94W XL (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,866 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    123,866 miles
    Test number
    780851361245
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 94W XL (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail123,814 miles (+11,677)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,814 miles
    Test number
    450900088507
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 94W XL (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass112,137 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,137 miles
    Test number
    700172012341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,133 miles (+3,519)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,133 miles
    Test number
    248981860961
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre leaking air

  5. Pass108,614 miles (+4,769)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,614 miles
    Test number
    547547653109
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front to centre clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop broken

  6. Pass103,845 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    882486765637
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail103,845 miles (+5,385)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    259701928889
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,460 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,460 miles
    Test number
    861916598247
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail98,456 miles (+6,534)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,456 miles
    Test number
    656064556306
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass91,922 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    91,922 miles
    Test number
    524348018920
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen stone chipped

  11. Fail91,920 miles (+5,798)1 dangerous2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,920 miles
    Test number
    401012806327
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen stone chipped

  12. Pass86,122 miles (+7,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    86,122 miles
    Test number
    790372356433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass78,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,260 miles
    Test number
    407627347800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,260 miles (+6,996)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,260 miles
    Test number
    927646477307
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass71,264 miles (-639,957)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,264 miles
    Test number
    341081305054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail711,221 miles (+645,735)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    711,221 miles
    Test number
    314329511269
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass65,486 miles (+5,806)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    266111429459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    199906424259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,680 miles (+9,578)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    347386724479
    • FailureFront Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass50,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    50,102 miles
    Test number
    596429843264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,101 miles (+3,403)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,101 miles
    Test number
    416089743253
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass46,698 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,698 miles
    Test number
    718892042287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,555 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,555 miles
    Test number
    808761731234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,686 miles (+6,885)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    42,686 miles
    Test number
    522340630201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,801 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,801 miles
    Test number
    374093539274
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail35,798 miles (+3,691)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,798 miles
    Test number
    210832639282
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass32,107 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,107 miles
    Test number
    560294738295
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn

  28. Fail32,107 miles (+4,838)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,107 miles
    Test number
    420374438283
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn

  29. Pass27,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,269 miles
    Test number
    584323767214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 FBF

Does LS54 FBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 FBF expired on 13 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 FBF?
The MOT on LS54 FBF expired on 13 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 FBF done?
LS54 FBF was recorded at 123,866 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 5,836 miles a year.
Has LS54 FBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 FBF has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LS54 FBF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Sept 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS54 FBF find?
LS54 FBF passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 94w xl.

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