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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 3,189 cc

LS55 VVXMOT history

LS55 VVX is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2026.

LS55 VVX grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,005 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VVX was last recorded at 102,005 miles on 12 Jul 2026, 1,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Mar 2015: 74,678 miles, lower than 75,654 miles on 26 Mar 2015.

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
100,227 miles · 2 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,778 miles
Average per year
5,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,005 miles
  • 2025 – 100,227 miles
  • 2023 – 96,146 miles
  • 2021 – 94,558 miles
  • 2020 – 92,612 miles
  • 2019 – 90,599 miles
  • 2018 – 87,371 miles
  • 2017 – 83,238 miles
  • 2016 – 78,944 miles
  • 2015 – 74,678 miles
  • 2014 – 69,837 miles
  • 2013 – 62,429 miles
  • 2012 – 50,042 miles
  • 2011 – 36,308 miles
  • 2010 – 24,486 miles
  • 2009 – 15,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,005 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009

  • Front coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,005 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,005 miles
    Test number
    906141595628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,227 miles (+4,081)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,227 miles
    Test number
    665687140881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,146 miles
    Test number
    879990850140
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Fail96,146 miles (+1,588)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,146 miles
    Test number
    388505024007
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass94,558 miles (+1,946)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,558 miles
    Test number
    890082872510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    645135905332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,612 miles (+2,013)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    339612497769
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,599 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    90,599 miles
    Test number
    424989769211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,592 miles (+3,221)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,592 miles
    Test number
    687954691326
    • MajorNearside 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 Seat belt buckle missing stuck in plastic panel work (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road zone "A" (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres low on pressure

  10. Pass87,371 miles (+4,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,371 miles
    Test number
    628242387181
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not all components checked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass83,238 miles (+4,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,238 miles
    Test number
    144095353972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  12. Pass78,944 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,944 miles
    Test number
    784638284714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front CV boot has a slight grease leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm front bush has wear play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front valve stem is perish cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has 3mm tread depth at lowest point

  13. Fail78,943 miles (+4,265)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,943 miles
    Test number
    682820152079
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front CV boot has a slight grease leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm front bush has wear play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front valve stem is perish cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has 3mm tread depth at lowest point
    • AdvisoryBrake service advise symbol lit on the dash
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear inner brake pads wear

  14. Pass74,678 miles (-976)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,678 miles
    Test number
    205506385068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake service advise sysmbol lit on the dashboard
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has shallow damage cut

  15. Fail75,654 miles (+5,817)2 dangerous1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,654 miles
    Test number
    129665185430
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre has large split on inner side wall not quite to cords

  16. Pass69,837 miles (+7,408)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,837 miles
    Test number
    907668884073
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass62,429 miles (+12,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,429 miles
    Test number
    119378673458
    • NoteO/s/f tyre inner side wall deteriorated

  18. Pass50,042 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,042 miles
    Test number
    919894452007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,040 miles (+13,732)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,040 miles
    Test number
    368463452014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass36,308 miles (+11,822)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,308 miles
    Test number
    236598541078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,486 miles
    Test number
    800337350025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,474 miles (+9,234)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,474 miles
    Test number
    184757050409
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,240 miles
    Test number
    580562719144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail15,240 miles (+32)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,240 miles
    Test number
    363791719152
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note225/40zr18 92y pirelli pzero rosso.

  25. Fail15,208 miles3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,208 miles
    Test number
    160523369049
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note225/40zr18 92y pirelli p zero rosso.

Questions about LS55 VVX

Does LS55 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VVX is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VVX?
The MOT on LS55 VVX is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VVX done?
LS55 VVX was recorded at 102,005 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2026, an average of 5,001 miles a year.
Has LS55 VVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VVX has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 VVX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 VVX find?
LS55 VVX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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