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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,595 cc

LS56 BWPMOT history

LS56 BWP is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LS56 BWP black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
147,216 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BWP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BWP was last recorded at 147,216 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,216 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,216 miles
  • 2025 – 139,883 miles
  • 2024 – 132,038 miles
  • 2023 – 125,058 miles
  • 2022 – 116,695 miles
  • 2021 – 110,501 miles
  • 2020 – 106,043 miles
  • 2019 – 97,796 miles
  • 2018 – 89,484 miles
  • 2017 – 82,903 miles
  • 2016 – 78,483 miles
  • 2015 – 72,808 miles
  • 2014 – 69,297 miles
  • 2013 – 66,032 miles
  • 2012 – 61,687 miles
  • 2011 – 56,474 miles
  • 2010 – 50,656 miles
  • 2009 – 46,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,216 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryMil lamp illuminationRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear xhaust heatshiels insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,216 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    147,216 miles
    Test number
    171982979322
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryMil lamp illumination
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding
    • AdvisoryRear xhaust heatshiels insecure

  2. Fail147,216 miles (+81)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,216 miles
    Test number
    782138047798
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryMil lamp illumination
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding
    • AdvisoryRear xhaust heatshiels insecure

  3. Fail147,135 miles (+7,252)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,135 miles
    Test number
    573512827235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive fumes (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,883 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    139,883 miles
    Test number
    539641694953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail139,873 miles (+7,835)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,873 miles
    Test number
    954289868306
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass132,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    132,038 miles
    Test number
    310578242327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail132,038 miles (+6,980)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,038 miles
    Test number
    254365305010
    • 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))

  8. Pass125,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    125,058 miles
    Test number
    629022492679
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavy surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail125,058 miles (+8,363)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,058 miles
    Test number
    194231969598
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavy surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass116,695 miles (+6,194)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,695 miles
    Test number
    166203329613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm **recommend renewal** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are corroded, not seriously weakened

  11. Pass110,501 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    110,501 miles
    Test number
    718066693699
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe entering exhaust box corroded, slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are showing signs of corrosion, not seriously weakened

  12. Fail110,499 miles (+4,456)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,499 miles
    Test number
    550292273665
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing rubber seal on fuel cap is missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe entering exhaust box corroded, slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are showing signs of corrosion, not seriously weakened

  13. Pass106,043 miles (+8,247)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,043 miles
    Test number
    921591369636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,796 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,796 miles
    Test number
    673605740202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail97,794 miles (+8,310)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,794 miles
    Test number
    343952926432
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread - 205 / 55 / 16 V Pirelli P7 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass89,484 miles (+6,581)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,484 miles
    Test number
    859813732433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear suspension sub-frame

  17. Pass82,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,903 miles
    Test number
    477441144347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail82,903 miles (+4,420)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,903 miles
    Test number
    431457173647
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

  19. Pass78,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,483 miles
    Test number
    445661420499
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Fail78,483 miles (+5,675)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,483 miles
    Test number
    683573545680
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  21. Pass72,808 miles (+3,511)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,808 miles
    Test number
    587226785039
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass69,297 miles (+3,265)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,297 miles
    Test number
    105934264499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,032 miles (+4,345)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,032 miles
    Test number
    118247163494
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  24. Pass61,687 miles (+5,213)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,687 miles
    Test number
    776693482086
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass56,474 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,474 miles
    Test number
    938568581030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,656 miles (+4,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,656 miles
    Test number
    111107660050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass46,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,496 miles
    Test number
    193043399245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 BWP

Does LS56 BWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 BWP is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BWP?
The MOT on LS56 BWP is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 BWP done?
LS56 BWP was recorded at 147,216 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,943 miles a year.
Has LS56 BWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BWP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 BWP 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 LS56 BWP find?
LS56 BWP passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline; general corrosion rear suspension components; mil lamp illumination, and 2 more.

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