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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LX09 XALMOT history

LX09 XAL is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 179,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2024.

LX09 XAL grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2025
Mileage
179,843 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2024
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 XAL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 XAL was last recorded at 179,843 miles on 5 Nov 2024, 10,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,287 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
10,556 miles
Average per year
9,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 179,843 miles
  • 2023 – 169,287 miles
  • 2022 – 166,228 miles
  • 2021 – 154,364 miles
  • 2020 – 141,934 miles
  • 2019 – 130,021 miles
  • 2018 – 129,985 miles
  • 2017 – 119,359 miles
  • 2016 – 100,606 miles
  • 2015 – 92,295 miles
  • 2014 – 81,712 miles
  • 2013 – 70,515 miles
  • 2012 – 55,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,843 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,843 miles (+10,556)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    179,843 miles
    Test number
    812042756009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,287 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    169,287 miles
    Test number
    155400647330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,228 miles (+11,864)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    166,228 miles
    Test number
    605326463362
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront under trays fitted from original obscuring some components in the engine bay

  4. Pass154,364 miles (+12,430)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,364 miles
    Test number
    993975208477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,934 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    141,934 miles
    Test number
    510080509699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail141,929 miles (+11,908)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,929 miles
    Test number
    222000781932
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (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))

  7. Pass130,021 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,021 miles
    Test number
    881844278000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass129,985 miles (+10,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,985 miles
    Test number
    533292174844
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass119,359 miles (+18,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    119,359 miles
    Test number
    415840869195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drop link has slight play/knocking
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass100,606 miles (+8,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,606 miles
    Test number
    476471833081
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn & corroided pads also worn
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front number plate

  11. Pass92,295 miles (+10,583)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,295 miles
    Test number
    856907355037
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass81,712 miles (+11,197)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,712 miles
    Test number
    116275854014
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage in outer side walls both nearside tyres
    • NoteFront number plate damaged,still ledgible

  13. Pass70,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,515 miles
    Test number
    285063863056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,515 miles (+15,411)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,515 miles
    Test number
    508963063082
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass55,104 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,104 miles
    Test number
    885766552026
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LX09 XAL

Does LX09 XAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX09 XAL expired on 4 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX09 XAL?
The MOT on LX09 XAL expired on 4 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX09 XAL done?
LX09 XAL was recorded at 179,843 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2024, an average of 9,826 miles a year.
Has LX09 XAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 XAL has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LX09 XAL 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 XAL find?
LX09 XAL passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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