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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

LX54 ZHAMOT history

LX54 ZHA is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 3 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2024.

LX54 ZHA black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2025
Mileage
115,179 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 ZHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 ZHA was last recorded at 115,179 miles on 13 Dec 2024, 15,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,716 miles · 6 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
15,463 miles
Average per year
6,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,179 miles
  • 2023 – 99,716 miles
  • 2022 – 82,117 miles
  • 2021 – 73,680 miles
  • 2020 – 66,142 miles
  • 2019 – 59,008 miles
  • 2018 – 52,524 miles
  • 2017 – 49,733 miles
  • 2016 – 36,283 miles
  • 2015 – 23,242 miles
  • 2014 – 18,596 miles
  • 2013 – 17,353 miles
  • 2012 – 15,609 miles
  • 2011 – 13,566 miles
  • 2010 – 11,053 miles
  • 2009 – 8,595 miles
  • 2007 – 5,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,179 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,179 miles (+15,463)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,179 miles
    Test number
    572654574621
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,716 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,716 miles
    Test number
    689707518852
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail99,715 miles (+6)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    183583492298
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,709 miles (+17,592)1 dangerous12 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,709 miles
    Test number
    920776994964
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel hose insecure fuel filter housing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test offside rear wheel bearing due to brake bind

  5. Pass82,117 miles (+8,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,117 miles
    Test number
    525300166170
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass73,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    375820518025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,680 miles (+7,538)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    785266743842
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  8. Pass66,142 miles (+105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,142 miles
    Test number
    957602940969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail66,037 miles (+7,029)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,037 miles
    Test number
    880989098555
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjusters not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    643558500075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,008 miles (+6,484)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    685528458267
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high adjust (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass52,524 miles (+2,791)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,524 miles
    Test number
    389241887785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,733 miles (+13,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,733 miles
    Test number
    946705544440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass36,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    36,283 miles
    Test number
    412975106902
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are bigger than the front but same size on each axle
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Fail36,283 miles (+13,041)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,283 miles
    Test number
    718375436253
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are bigger than the front but same size on each axle
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Pass23,242 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    23,242 miles
    Test number
    454260407095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,596 miles (+1,243)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,596 miles
    Test number
    888283034280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,353 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    17,353 miles
    Test number
    385509133265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,609 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,609 miles
    Test number
    168304512231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,547 miles (+1,981)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,547 miles
    Test number
    398089102477
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass13,566 miles (+2,513)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    13,566 miles
    Test number
    555533901242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,053 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    11,053 miles
    Test number
    934020910228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,595 miles (+3,341)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    8,595 miles
    Test number
    930869229282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    5,254 miles
    Test number
    463535357218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 ZHA

Does LX54 ZHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 ZHA expired on 12 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 ZHA?
The MOT on LX54 ZHA expired on 12 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 ZHA done?
LX54 ZHA was recorded at 115,179 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2024, an average of 6,371 miles a year.
Has LX54 ZHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 ZHA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LX54 ZHA 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 LX54 ZHA find?
LX54 ZHA passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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