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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LT52 XLWMOT history

LT52 XLW is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 2 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,793 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LT52 XLW black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
77,793 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 XLW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 XLW was last recorded at 77,793 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 3,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Aug 2014: 34,495 miles, lower than 133,251 miles on 31 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,882 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,911 miles
Average per year
2,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,793 miles
  • 2025 – 73,882 miles
  • 2024 – 71,556 miles
  • 2022 – 67,677 miles
  • 2021 – 63,928 miles
  • 2020 – 63,091 miles
  • 2019 – 57,837 miles
  • 2018 – 53,253 miles
  • 2017 – 45,857 miles
  • 2016 – 43,070 miles
  • 2015 – 39,370 miles
  • 2014 – 34,495 miles
  • 2010 – 133,251 miles
  • 2009 – 102,009 miles
  • 2008 – 27,363 miles
  • 2007 – 24,768 miles
  • 2006 – 21,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,793 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,793 miles (+3,911)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    77,793 miles
    Test number
    943517349591
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass73,882 miles (+2,326)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,882 miles
    Test number
    189505168285
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass71,556 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    71,556 miles
    Test number
    856566903624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,677 miles
    Test number
    524762576042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail67,677 miles (+3,084)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,677 miles
    Test number
    816898122924
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass64,593 miles (+665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,593 miles
    Test number
    861698575191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass63,928 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,928 miles
    Test number
    898640229396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,091 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,091 miles
    Test number
    668983358226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    112198907244
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail57,837 miles (+4,584)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    658837616963
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass53,253 miles (+7,396)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,253 miles
    Test number
    699824124953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,857 miles (+2,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,857 miles
    Test number
    356163678665
    • 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)

  13. Pass43,070 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,070 miles
    Test number
    294349883538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,370 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    39,370 miles
    Test number
    615972415280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,495 miles (-98,756)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,495 miles
    Test number
    226834314278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,251 miles (+31,242)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    133,251 miles
    Test number
    870633340266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,009 miles (+74,646)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    102,009 miles
    Test number
    841341459270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,363 miles (+2,595)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,363 miles
    Test number
    382444758281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate condition deteriorating

  19. Pass24,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,768 miles
    Test number
    853283147218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,767 miles (+3,069)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,767 miles
    Test number
    462923047274
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  21. Pass21,698 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,698 miles
    Test number
    770695646240
    • 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)

Questions about LT52 XLW

Does LT52 XLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT52 XLW is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT52 XLW?
The MOT on LT52 XLW is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT52 XLW done?
LT52 XLW was recorded at 77,793 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,896 miles a year.
Has LT52 XLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 XLW has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LT52 XLW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LT52 XLW find?
LT52 XLW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central front oil leak, but not excessive; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both.

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