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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LS56 BXCMOT history

LS56 BXC is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 4 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Dec 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 94,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2023.

LS56 BXC black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Dec 2023
Mileage
94,056 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS56 BXC was last recorded at 94,056 miles on 28 Dec 2023, 15,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,560 miles · 28 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
15,496 miles
Average per year
4,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,056 miles
  • 2022 – 78,560 miles
  • 2021 – 76,315 miles
  • 2020 – 74,789 miles
  • 2019 – 73,084 miles
  • 2018 – 70,719 miles
  • 2017 – 69,327 miles
  • 2016 – 65,668 miles
  • 2015 – 59,638 miles
  • 2014 – 54,066 miles
  • 2013 – 49,135 miles
  • 2012 – 44,146 miles
  • 2011 – 39,035 miles
  • 2010 – 33,025 miles
  • 2009 – 28,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,056 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2019

  • Covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,056 miles (+15,496)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,056 miles
    Test number
    421686101795
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass78,560 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,560 miles
    Test number
    763573105432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,558 miles (+2,243)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,558 miles
    Test number
    236160306089
    • 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 Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass76,315 miles (+1,526)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,315 miles
    Test number
    352601652884
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small end ?? (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass74,789 miles (+1,705)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,789 miles
    Test number
    634975329389
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection

  6. Pass73,084 miles (+2,365)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,084 miles
    Test number
    518417818571
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass70,719 miles (+1,392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,719 miles
    Test number
    227001309154
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished on outer wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,327 miles (+3,659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    69,327 miles
    Test number
    103662536378
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass65,668 miles (+6,030)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,668 miles
    Test number
    192315866559
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake slight bind
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal stays down not fully returning
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass59,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,638 miles
    Test number
    945950848655
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low and perished on edges of the tread

  11. Fail59,638 miles (+5,572)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,638 miles
    Test number
    572966100909
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low and perished on edges of the tread

  12. Pass54,066 miles (+4,931)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,066 miles
    Test number
    248404884220
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass49,135 miles (+4,989)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,135 miles
    Test number
    319695883246
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r brake pads getting close to wear limit

  14. Pass44,146 miles (+5,111)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    778894092240
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass39,035 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,035 miles
    Test number
    426497381260
    • 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)
    • NotePartial test of nearside rear seat belt as child seat fitted

  16. Fail39,035 miles (+6,010)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,035 miles
    Test number
    485477881282
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NotePartial test of nearside rear seat belt as child seat fitted

  17. Pass33,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,025 miles
    Test number
    591276710352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,025 miles (+4,428)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,025 miles
    Test number
    903576910318
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass28,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,597 miles
    Test number
    750873329372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,597 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,597 miles
    Test number
    253521229317
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Questions about LS56 BXC

Does LS56 BXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BXC expired on 27 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BXC?
The MOT on LS56 BXC expired on 27 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BXC done?
LS56 BXC was recorded at 94,056 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2023, an average of 4,639 miles a year.
Has LS56 BXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BXC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 BXC 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 BXC find?
LS56 BXC failed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2023 with 3 major defects: nearside rear service brake lagging in operation; rear brakes imbalanced across an axle; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault.

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