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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LT02 DHVMOT history

LT02 DHV is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 12 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 55,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LT02 DHV grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,190 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT02 DHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT02 DHV was last recorded at 55,190 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,178 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,190 miles
  • 2025 – 53,713 miles
  • 2024 – 52,701 miles
  • 2023 – 52,049 miles
  • 2022 – 49,693 miles
  • 2021 – 43,498 miles
  • 2020 – 40,456 miles
  • 2019 – 34,909 miles
  • 2018 – 29,577 miles
  • 2017 – 23,490 miles
  • 2016 – 22,153 miles
  • 2015 – 20,375 miles
  • 2014 – 18,006 miles
  • 2013 – 16,136 miles
  • 2012 – 13,862 miles
  • 2011 – 12,180 miles
  • 2010 – 10,426 miles
  • 2009 – 9,049 miles
  • 2008 – 7,522 miles
  • 2007 – 6,986 miles
  • 2006 – 5,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,190 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,190 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    960405782838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail55,178 miles (+1,465)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,178 miles
    Test number
    908851787308
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded On Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass53,713 miles (+1,012)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,713 miles
    Test number
    473292094929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass52,701 miles (+652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    52,701 miles
    Test number
    287753143956
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,049 miles (+2,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    52,049 miles
    Test number
    185485743917
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass49,693 miles (+6,195)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,693 miles
    Test number
    626009386134
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass43,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    709415445281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail43,498 miles (+3,042)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    337575680354
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass40,456 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    40,456 miles
    Test number
    376588861693
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS and OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail40,456 miles (+5,547)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,456 miles
    Test number
    960082763629
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS and OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass34,909 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    34,909 miles
    Test number
    352355402430
    • MinorFront Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Coil spring corroded Both NSR & OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail34,909 miles (+5,332)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,909 miles
    Test number
    674011474354
    • MajorFront Outer Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV Boot Clip Missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Coil spring corroded Both NSR & OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass29,577 miles (+6,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,577 miles
    Test number
    744726675244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass23,490 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,490 miles
    Test number
    749030401497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,153 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,153 miles
    Test number
    400945534767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,375 miles (+2,369)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,375 miles
    Test number
    457565875000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,006 miles (+1,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,006 miles
    Test number
    625201874012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass16,136 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,136 miles
    Test number
    275419173069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,862 miles (+1,682)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    13,862 miles
    Test number
    908043482000
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass12,180 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    12,180 miles
    Test number
    379361281068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail12,178 miles (+1,752)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,178 miles
    Test number
    468350081034
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass10,426 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    10,426 miles
    Test number
    514517660007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,049 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    9,049 miles
    Test number
    462920079081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,522 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    7,522 miles
    Test number
    151351478434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass6,986 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    6,986 miles
    Test number
    102697667439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass5,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    5,673 miles
    Test number
    952922376012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT02 DHV

Does LT02 DHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT02 DHV is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT02 DHV?
The MOT on LT02 DHV is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT02 DHV done?
LT02 DHV was recorded at 55,190 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 2,474 miles a year.
Has LT02 DHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT02 DHV has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LT02 DHV 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 LT02 DHV find?
LT02 DHV passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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