
Audi A3
Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc
LX09 SFJMOT history
LX09 SFJ is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 21 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2025 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 79,161 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 24 Apr 2025
- Mileage
- 79,161 mi
- At MOT on 25 Apr 2024
- MOT tests
- 15
- 11 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 4,901 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LX09 SFJ
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,595 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 21 Mar 2009
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 24 Apr 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Apr 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
LX09 SFJ was last recorded at 79,161 miles on 25 Apr 2024, 200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 78,961 miles · 19 Apr 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 200 miles
- Average per year
- 4,901 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 79,161 miles
- 2023 – 72,019 miles
- 2022 – 67,771 miles
- 2021 – 61,403 miles
- 2019 – 53,670 miles
- 2018 – 45,625 miles
- 2016 – 38,029 miles
- 2015 – 31,259 miles
- 2014 – 28,041 miles
- 2013 – 22,959 miles
- 2012 – 19,426 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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.
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Full MOT history
15 tests since 16 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass79,161 miles (+200)3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 79,161 miles
- Test number
- 217401033562
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail78,961 miles (+6,942)4 major3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,961 miles
- Test number
- 120824999390
- MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass72,019 miles (+4,248)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 72,019 miles
- Test number
- 797462198874
- MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4x badly worn an cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Pass67,771 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 67,771 miles
- Test number
- 662738573933
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing borderline cracking no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing borderline cracking no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail67,771 miles (+6,368)2 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,771 miles
- Test number
- 880434194113
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour gone white (4.4.3 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing borderline cracking no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing borderline cracking no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass61,403 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 61,403 miles
- Test number
- 459001768002
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,400 miles (+7,730)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,400 miles
- Test number
- 640825832112
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass53,670 miles (+8,045)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 53,670 miles
- Test number
- 795394683051
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,625 miles (+7,596)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 45,625 miles
- Test number
- 335066651933
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,029 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 38,029 miles
- Test number
- 553351231804
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail38,029 miles (+6,770)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,029 miles
- Test number
- 117265649412
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not fitted both (1.1.C.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass31,259 miles (+3,218)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 31,259 miles
- Test number
- 701027551914
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,041 miles (+5,082)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 28,041 miles
- Test number
- 578275544212
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,959 miles (+3,533)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 22,959 miles
- Test number
- 717949153082
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,426 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 19,426 miles
- Test number
- 567977342035
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LX09 SFJ
- Does LX09 SFJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LX09 SFJ expired on 24 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LX09 SFJ?
- The MOT on LX09 SFJ expired on 24 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LX09 SFJ done?
- LX09 SFJ was recorded at 79,161 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2024, an average of 4,901 miles a year.
- Has LX09 SFJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LX09 SFJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on LX09 SFJ 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 LX09 SFJ find?
- LX09 SFJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2024 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 6 more.
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