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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LX52 ODRMOT history

LX52 ODR is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 11 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 185,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

LX52 ODR blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2023
Mileage
185,842 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 ODR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 ODR was last recorded at 185,842 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 11,727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,115 miles · 4 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
11,727 miles
Average per year
10,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,842 miles
  • 2021 – 174,115 miles
  • 2020 – 168,670 miles
  • 2017 – 164,339 miles
  • 2016 – 158,089 miles
  • 2015 – 152,793 miles
  • 2014 – 148,846 miles
  • 2013 – 137,973 miles
  • 2012 – 116,928 miles
  • 2011 – 96,307 miles
  • 2010 – 79,453 miles
  • 2009 – 62,207 miles
  • 2008 – 49,742 miles
  • 2007 – 37,286 miles
  • 2006 – 27,918 miles
  • 2005 – 20,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,842 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Both (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp mist
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view on nearside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,842 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    185,842 miles
    Test number
    125121799344
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Both (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp mist
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail185,842 miles (+11,727)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,842 miles
    Test number
    406285369999
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Both (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp mist
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,115 miles (+5,445)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,115 miles
    Test number
    766017886647
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass168,670 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    168,670 miles
    Test number
    875551685419
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail168,670 miles (+13)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,670 miles
    Test number
    415393902190
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail168,657 miles (+4,318)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,657 miles
    Test number
    240631506498
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt has split in it (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass164,339 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    164,339 miles
    Test number
    952424465113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass158,089 miles (+5,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    158,089 miles
    Test number
    730610050060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass152,793 miles (+182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    152,793 miles
    Test number
    889042942677
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  10. Fail152,611 miles (+3,765)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,611 miles
    Test number
    605461270074
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  11. Pass148,846 miles (+10,873)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    148,846 miles
    Test number
    679234314308
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside front shock weeping slightly

  12. Pass137,973 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    486240943316
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMinor blows from centre exhaust
    • NoteRear passengers seats folded down not allowing inspection of belts

  13. Fail137,973 miles (+21,045)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    615409033355
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMinor blows from centre exhaust
    • NoteRear passengers seats folded down not allowing inspection of belts

  14. Pass116,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    116,928 miles
    Test number
    466883532386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,928 miles (+20,621)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,928 miles
    Test number
    396433532356
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass96,307 miles (+16,854)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,307 miles
    Test number
    557166821315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,453 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    79,453 miles
    Test number
    482944730454
    • NoteBoth front tyres have abnormal wear on inner edges
    • NoteMinor stone chips in windscreen
    • NoteRecommend changing o/s/f tyre

  18. Fail79,453 miles (+17,246)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,453 miles
    Test number
    461414130435
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have abnormal wear on inner edges
    • NoteMinor stone chips in windscreen
    • NoteRecommend changing o/s/f tyre

  19. Pass62,207 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,207 miles
    Test number
    424782949353
    • NoteN/s/f tyre near limit and worn on iner edge
    • NoteRear seat bases missing

  20. Fail62,207 miles (+12,465)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,207 miles
    Test number
    312571349380
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre near limit and worn on iner edge
    • NoteRear seat bases missing

  21. Pass49,742 miles (+12,456)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,742 miles
    Test number
    491451158327
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside and offside front lower wishbones bushes perished

  22. Fail37,286 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    473752417433
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass37,286 miles (+9,368)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    732742717387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    27,918 miles
    Test number
    263034616342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,918 miles (+7,710)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,918 miles
    Test number
    730184816396
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass20,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    20,208 miles
    Test number
    124049615325
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX52 ODR

Does LX52 ODR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 ODR expired on 30 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 ODR?
The MOT on LX52 ODR expired on 30 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 ODR done?
LX52 ODR was recorded at 185,842 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 10,117 miles a year.
Has LX52 ODR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 ODR has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LX52 ODR 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 LX52 ODR find?
LX52 ODR passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view both; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 5 more.

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