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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LS55 EVMMOT history

LS55 EVM is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 179,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2025.

LS55 EVM blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2026
Mileage
179,079 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 EVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 EVM was last recorded at 179,079 miles on 8 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,079 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,079 miles
  • 2024 – 167,070 miles
  • 2023 – 161,472 miles
  • 2022 – 151,122 miles
  • 2021 – 139,603 miles
  • 2020 – 132,362 miles
  • 2019 – 122,629 miles
  • 2018 – 115,251 miles
  • 2017 – 103,498 miles
  • 2016 – 93,299 miles
  • 2015 – 86,161 miles
  • 2014 – 79,388 miles
  • 2013 – 71,452 miles
  • 2012 – 65,862 miles
  • 2011 – 58,772 miles
  • 2010 – 50,887 miles
  • 2008 – 32,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,079 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    179,079 miles
    Test number
    732768545674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail179,079 miles (+12,009)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,079 miles
    Test number
    453225065833
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass167,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    167,070 miles
    Test number
    662173367896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail167,070 miles (+5,598)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,070 miles
    Test number
    448811877378
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass161,472 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    161,472 miles
    Test number
    917088887048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail161,468 miles (+10,346)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,468 miles
    Test number
    125016361755
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass151,122 miles (+121)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,122 miles
    Test number
    297254912252
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heat shield insecure requires attention
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

  8. Fail151,001 miles (+11,398)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,001 miles
    Test number
    368823115056
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side less effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heat shield insecure requires attention
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

  9. Pass139,603 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    139,603 miles
    Test number
    745932974507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail139,599 miles (+7,237)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,599 miles
    Test number
    394010484092
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass132,362 miles (+176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,362 miles
    Test number
    229499165395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail132,186 miles (+9,557)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,186 miles
    Test number
    967053931896
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass122,629 miles (+7,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,629 miles
    Test number
    166002227729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass115,251 miles (+11,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    115,251 miles
    Test number
    416957919470
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass103,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,498 miles
    Test number
    679349665948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,498 miles (+10,199)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,498 miles
    Test number
    943150160685
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass93,299 miles (+7,138)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    93,299 miles
    Test number
    592770216616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,161 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,161 miles
    Test number
    666411775087
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail86,161 miles (+6,773)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,161 miles
    Test number
    939060575039
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass79,388 miles (+7,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,388 miles
    Test number
    335672174057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass71,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,452 miles
    Test number
    799084763090
    • 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)

  22. Fail71,452 miles (+5,590)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,452 miles
    Test number
    847534663019
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  23. Pass65,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,862 miles
    Test number
    407360272069
    • 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)

  24. Fail65,862 miles (+7,090)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,862 miles
    Test number
    567720272099
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  25. Pass58,772 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    855770271002
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail58,772 miles (+7,885)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    467690871000
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass50,887 miles (+18,408)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,887 miles
    Test number
    314981470005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,479 miles
    Test number
    381080338367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 EVM

Does LS55 EVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 EVM expired on 7 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 EVM?
The MOT on LS55 EVM expired on 7 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 EVM done?
LS55 EVM was recorded at 179,079 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2025, an average of 9,004 miles a year.
Has LS55 EVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 EVM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 EVM 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 LS55 EVM find?
LS55 EVM passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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