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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LX55 LWDMOT history

LX55 LWD is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 16 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

LX55 LWD grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
129,570 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX55 LWD was last recorded at 129,570 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 4,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,748 miles · 21 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,822 miles
Average per year
6,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,570 miles
  • 2023 – 124,748 miles
  • 2022 – 118,661 miles
  • 2021 – 112,970 miles
  • 2020 – 107,912 miles
  • 2019 – 102,818 miles
  • 2018 – 96,641 miles
  • 2017 – 87,319 miles
  • 2016 – 80,362 miles
  • 2015 – 72,460 miles
  • 2014 – 64,731 miles
  • 2013 – 55,803 miles
  • 2012 – 47,314 miles
  • 2011 – 40,304 miles
  • 2010 – 32,606 miles
  • 2009 – 25,498 miles
  • 2008 – 21,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,570 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • 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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Braking effort is minimal. (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Window has product on effecting the clear view to the rear.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad spring clip is incorrectly fitted.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front under tray loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • FRONT ENGINE COVER A BIT INSCURE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,570 miles (+4,822)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,570 miles
    Test number
    858555388331
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Braking effort is minimal. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Window has product on effecting the clear view to the rear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad spring clip is incorrectly fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass124,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    124,748 miles
    Test number
    237872634503
    • AdvisoryFront under tray loose

  3. Fail124,748 miles (+6,087)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,748 miles
    Test number
    489458067140
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray loose

  4. Pass118,661 miles (+5,691)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    118,661 miles
    Test number
    997839692352
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under tray hanging down at rear
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass112,970 miles (+5,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,970 miles
    Test number
    521835590011
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass107,912 miles (+124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,912 miles
    Test number
    152565015321
    • AdvisoryFRONT ENGINE COVER A BIT INSCURE
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail107,788 miles (+4,970)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,788 miles
    Test number
    500583034871
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFRONT ENGINE COVER A BIT INSCURE
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,818 miles (+6,177)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,818 miles
    Test number
    884310147121
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass96,641 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,641 miles
    Test number
    927376508823
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail96,641 miles (+9,322)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,641 miles
    Test number
    892630698162
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass87,319 miles (+6,957)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,319 miles
    Test number
    181176149215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly stepped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass80,362 miles (+7,902)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,362 miles
    Test number
    313221134578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,460 miles (+7,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,460 miles
    Test number
    344025959193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass64,731 miles (+8,928)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,731 miles
    Test number
    886976004288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,803 miles (+8,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,803 miles
    Test number
    298909093179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass47,314 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,314 miles
    Test number
    517604392108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTrims fitted to the inner wheel arches and covering the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

  17. Fail47,314 miles (+7,010)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,314 miles
    Test number
    219344492453
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTrims fitted to the inner wheel arches and covering the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

  18. Pass40,304 miles (+7,698)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,304 miles
    Test number
    637191001224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,606 miles (+7,108)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,606 miles
    Test number
    504748500249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,498 miles (+4,100)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,498 miles
    Test number
    644382589281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,398 miles
    Test number
    442596348425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 LWD

Does LX55 LWD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 LWD expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LWD?
The MOT on LX55 LWD expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 LWD done?
LX55 LWD was recorded at 129,570 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 6,792 miles a year.
Has LX55 LWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LWD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LX55 LWD 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 LX55 LWD find?
LX55 LWD failed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 5 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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