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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,595 cc

LU53 JOSMOT history

LU53 JOS is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 10 Dec 2010. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 114,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.

LU53 JOS black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2025
Mileage
114,839 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU53 JOS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU53 JOS was last recorded at 114,839 miles on 14 Feb 2024, 4,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,908 miles · 9 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,931 miles
Average per year
7,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,839 miles
  • 2023 – 109,908 miles
  • 2022 – 107,430 miles
  • 2021 – 100,336 miles
  • 2019 – 100,215 miles
  • 2018 – 95,785 miles
  • 2017 – 89,892 miles
  • 2016 – 70,783 miles
  • 2015 – 55,664 miles
  • 2013 – 35,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,839 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 30 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,839 miles (+4,931)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,839 miles
    Test number
    886342313976
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Pass109,908 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,908 miles
    Test number
    890366259877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail109,906 miles (+2,476)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,906 miles
    Test number
    641921447132
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass107,430 miles (+7,094)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    107,430 miles
    Test number
    799891494439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass100,336 miles (+121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,336 miles
    Test number
    992888155409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass100,215 miles (+4,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    278422742019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass95,785 miles (+5,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,785 miles
    Test number
    803769983779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,892 miles (+5,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,892 miles
    Test number
    510402008482
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass84,183 miles (+13,400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,183 miles
    Test number
    587340876129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil light on,but oil level ok

  10. Pass70,783 miles (+15,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    760549548882
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Fail55,664 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,664 miles
    Test number
    105748235054
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  12. Pass55,664 miles (+19,698)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,664 miles
    Test number
    116798935421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,966 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    35,966 miles
    Test number
    807804833357
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LU53 JOS

Does LU53 JOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU53 JOS expired on 13 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU53 JOS?
The MOT on LU53 JOS expired on 13 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU53 JOS done?
LU53 JOS was recorded at 114,839 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024, an average of 7,728 miles a year.
Has LU53 JOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU53 JOS has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LU53 JOS 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 LU53 JOS find?
LU53 JOS passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 6 more.

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