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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LS54 FDLMOT history

LS54 FDL is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 11 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 110,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2023.

LS54 FDL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2024
Mileage
110,852 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 FDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 FDL was last recorded at 110,852 miles on 24 Mar 2023, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,772 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
3,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,852 miles
  • 2022 – 97,773 miles
  • 2021 – 90,745 miles
  • 2020 – 87,186 miles
  • 2019 – 85,218 miles
  • 2017 – 82,449 miles
  • 2015 – 79,111 miles
  • 2013 – 76,651 miles
  • 2012 – 75,068 miles
  • 2011 – 73,345 miles
  • 2010 – 70,690 miles
  • 2009 – 67,229 miles
  • 2008 – 62,052 miles
  • 2007 – 58,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,852 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,852 miles (+80)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,852 miles
    Test number
    560394853142
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail110,772 miles (+12,999)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,772 miles
    Test number
    894640071188
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,773 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,773 miles
    Test number
    746356607219
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,773 miles (+7,028)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,773 miles
    Test number
    660574895015
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass90,745 miles (+3,559)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    90,745 miles
    Test number
    839777672903
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass87,186 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    463232649276
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail87,186 miles (+1,968)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    710644059804
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,218 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,218 miles
    Test number
    644518530251
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail85,218 miles (+2,769)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,218 miles
    Test number
    617662589365
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass82,449 miles (+3,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    82,449 miles
    Test number
    707781962751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer tyre wall deteriorating

  11. Pass79,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,111 miles
    Test number
    126296715414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail79,110 miles (+2,459)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,110 miles
    Test number
    965466815073
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass76,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,651 miles
    Test number
    519624493159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,651 miles (+1,583)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,651 miles
    Test number
    957454893147
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass75,068 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,068 miles
    Test number
    255491392437
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing unevenly

  16. Fail75,068 miles (+1,723)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,068 miles
    Test number
    119751792167
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing unevenly

  17. Pass73,345 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,345 miles
    Test number
    696552591068
    • NoteOffside rear tyre small cuts on thread area.

  18. Fail73,345 miles (+2,655)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,345 miles
    Test number
    377022991037
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre small cuts on thread area.

  19. Pass70,690 miles (+3,461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,690 miles
    Test number
    872110190058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass67,229 miles (+5,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,229 miles
    Test number
    953870699048
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass62,052 miles (+3,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,052 miles
    Test number
    174465828485
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass58,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,931 miles
    Test number
    273829317327
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail58,931 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,931 miles
    Test number
    481979317421
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LS54 FDL

Does LS54 FDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 FDL expired on 2 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 FDL?
The MOT on LS54 FDL expired on 2 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 FDL done?
LS54 FDL was recorded at 110,852 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2023, an average of 3,382 miles a year.
Has LS54 FDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 FDL has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 FDL 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 LS54 FDL find?
LS54 FDL passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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