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Audi S3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LT52 NPVMOT history

LT52 NPV is a silver petrol Audi S3 first used on 9 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2023.

LT52 NPV silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2024
Mileage
112,682 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 NPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 NPV was last recorded at 112,682 miles on 21 Jul 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,680 miles · 20 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,682 miles
  • 2022 – 111,704 miles
  • 2020 – 110,573 miles
  • 2019 – 107,699 miles
  • 2015 – 106,943 miles
  • 2014 – 104,433 miles
  • 2013 – 101,272 miles
  • 2011 – 92,505 miles
  • 2009 – 70,040 miles
  • 2008 – 58,277 miles
  • 2007 – 52,930 miles
  • 2006 – 42,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,682 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,682 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,682 miles
    Test number
    888415937311
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  2. Fail112,680 miles (+976)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,680 miles
    Test number
    809382373771
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  3. Pass111,704 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    111,704 miles
    Test number
    124075993327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail111,704 miles (+1,131)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,704 miles
    Test number
    331026021567
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,573 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,573 miles
    Test number
    941150362414
    • AdvisoryNearside front track arm ball joint dust cover perishing
    • AdvisoryPin hole in the nearside front outer cv gaiter
    • AdvisorySigns of perishing on both the front suspension arm bushs
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail110,573 miles (+2,874)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,573 miles
    Test number
    631565665805
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front track arm ball joint dust cover perishing
    • AdvisoryPin hole in the nearside front outer cv gaiter
    • AdvisorySigns of perishing on both the front suspension arm bushs
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass107,699 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,699 miles
    Test number
    871873777562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,943 miles
    Test number
    186398625190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,943 miles (+2,510)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,943 miles
    Test number
    459046225160
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil level low.

  10. Fail104,433 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,433 miles
    Test number
    295026724447
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake discs corroded.

  11. Pass104,433 miles (+3,161)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    104,433 miles
    Test number
    966576924154
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake discs corroded.

  12. Pass101,272 miles (+8,767)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,272 miles
    Test number
    367842413181
    • NoteFront nearside lower arm rear bush is persished and split
    • NoteFront nearside outer cv gaiter is loosing grease
    • NoteFront offside lower arm rear bush is perished and split
    • NoteRear brake discs are worn and corroded
    • NoteRear diff is very damp
    • NoteService light / indicator is on
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel
    • NoteSteering is slightly stiff

  13. Pass92,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    92,505 miles
    Test number
    987190551384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,505 miles (+8,826)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,505 miles
    Test number
    775299041309
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass83,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    83,679 miles
    Test number
    685551941024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,679 miles (+13,639)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,679 miles
    Test number
    685310741036
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass70,040 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,040 miles
    Test number
    631637109365
    • NoteChild seats fitted to rear no allowing full inspection of seatbelts
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts to side wall

  18. Fail70,037 miles (+11,760)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    702356509337
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to rear no allowing full inspection of seatbelts
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts to side wall

  19. Pass58,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,277 miles
    Test number
    670191708283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,277 miles (+5,347)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,277 miles
    Test number
    391660708475
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass52,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,930 miles
    Test number
    601288967227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,930 miles (+10,010)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,930 miles
    Test number
    330713667484
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass42,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,920 miles
    Test number
    172639126151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT52 NPV

Does LT52 NPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT52 NPV expired on 20 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT52 NPV?
The MOT on LT52 NPV expired on 20 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT52 NPV done?
LT52 NPV was recorded at 112,682 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2023, an average of 4,056 miles a year.
Has LT52 NPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 NPV has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LT52 NPV 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 LT52 NPV find?
LT52 NPV passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: engine oil leak.

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