Audi A3
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc
LX55 ORWMOT history
LX55 ORW is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 20 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 51,390 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 51,390 mi
- At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 19
- 18 passed · 1 failed
- Per year
- 2,210 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LX55 ORW
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,595 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 20 Sept 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LX55 ORW was last recorded at 51,390 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 31 Oct 2011: 26,048 miles, lower than 66,050 miles on 1 Nov 2010.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 50,913 miles · 13 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 477 miles
- Average per year
- 2,210 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 51,390 miles
- 2025 – 50,913 miles
- 2024 – 49,004 miles
- 2023 – 46,240 miles
- 2022 – 44,312 miles
- 2021 – 42,082 miles
- 2020 – 40,544 miles
- 2019 – 39,196 miles
- 2018 – 38,399 miles
- 2017 – 36,967 miles
- 2016 – 35,759 miles
- 2015 – 34,803 miles
- 2014 – 32,235 miles
- 2012 – 30,788 miles
- 2011 – 26,048 miles
- 2010 – 66,050 miles
- 2009 – 17,003 miles
- 2008 – 12,982 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass51,390 miles
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perishing
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm. Bald inner edge. Perishing. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. Bald inner edge. Perishing. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
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.
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - bald inner edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Full MOT history
19 tests since 18 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass51,390 miles (+477)2 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 51,390 miles
- Test number
- 561810348008
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perishing
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm. Bald inner edge. Perishing. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. Bald inner edge. Perishing. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass50,913 miles (+1,909)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 50,913 miles
- Test number
- 279085853292
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront suspension components corroding
Pass49,004 miles (+2,764)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 49,004 miles
- Test number
- 310440984135
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass46,240 miles (+1,928)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 46,240 miles
- Test number
- 906948440323
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass44,312 miles (+2,230)1 minor18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 44,312 miles
- Test number
- 269197388928
- MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass42,082 miles (+1,538)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 42,082 miles
- Test number
- 451089977837
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass40,544 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 40,544 miles
- Test number
- 844641350340
- AdvisorySuspension and rear subframe corroded.
Fail40,544 miles (+1,348)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,544 miles
- Test number
- 842312408789
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- AdvisorySuspension and rear subframe corroded.
Pass39,196 miles (+797)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 39,196 miles
- Test number
- 787791667260
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Pass38,399 miles (+1,432)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 38,399 miles
- Test number
- 273964108196
- AdvisoryENGINE LIGHT ON
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass36,967 miles (+1,208)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 36,967 miles
- Test number
- 764625560849
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,759 miles (+956)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 35,759 miles
- Test number
- 721830483372
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,803 miles (+2,568)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 34,803 miles
- Test number
- 957750255003
- NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall cords not exposed
- NoteEngine warning light illuminated
Pass32,235 miles (+1,447)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 32,235 miles
- Test number
- 896169754043
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,788 miles (+4,740)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 30,788 miles
- Test number
- 597496942337
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,048 miles (-40,002)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 26,048 miles
- Test number
- 996924601303
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,050 miles (+49,047)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 66,050 miles
- Test number
- 232405700353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass17,003 miles (+4,021)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 17,003 miles
- Test number
- 123968409387
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass12,982 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 12,982 miles
- Test number
- 952632068203
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LX55 ORW
- Does LX55 ORW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 ORW is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LX55 ORW?
- The MOT on LX55 ORW is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LX55 ORW done?
- LX55 ORW was recorded at 51,390 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 2,210 miles a year.
- Has LX55 ORW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LX55 ORW has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2020.
- Has the mileage on LX55 ORW ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LX55 ORW find?
- LX55 ORW passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; both rear tyres slightly perishing, and 13 more.
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