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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LX55 OSUMOT history

LX55 OSU is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 8 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2025.

LX55 OSU grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2026
Mileage
145,702 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 OSU
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
8 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 OSU was last recorded at 145,702 miles on 19 Feb 2025, 27,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,724 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
27,978 miles
Average per year
7,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,702 miles
  • 2024 – 117,724 miles
  • 2022 – 115,713 miles
  • 2021 – 105,027 miles
  • 2020 – 96,593 miles
  • 2019 – 89,060 miles
  • 2018 – 84,037 miles
  • 2017 – 81,530 miles
  • 2016 – 78,305 miles
  • 2015 – 75,402 miles
  • 2014 – 70,375 miles
  • 2013 – 64,247 miles
  • 2012 – 57,005 miles
  • 2011 – 47,930 miles
  • 2010 – 41,359 miles
  • 2009 – 38,998 miles
  • 2008 – 29,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,702 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryDamage to nearside rear door
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and associated components corroded
  • AdvisoryVehicle smokey on idle

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 Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,702 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    145,702 miles
    Test number
    821229317188
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside rear door
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and associated components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle smokey on idle

  2. Fail145,702 miles (+27,978)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,702 miles
    Test number
    290467450357
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside rear door
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and associated components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle smokey on idle

  3. Pass117,724 miles (+2,011)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,724 miles
    Test number
    336302648238
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,713 miles (+10,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,713 miles
    Test number
    546118222816
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,027 miles (+8,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,027 miles
    Test number
    946604718331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil & front disc brake worn (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass96,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,593 miles
    Test number
    271271732077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,593 miles (+7,533)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,593 miles
    Test number
    445699988329
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass89,060 miles (+5,023)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,060 miles
    Test number
    508238853581
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights [0] for normal load . both adjusted from too low.

  9. Pass84,037 miles (+2,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,037 miles
    Test number
    381768506941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass81,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,530 miles
    Test number
    293256919862
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail81,529 miles (+3,224)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,529 miles
    Test number
    953604860306
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass78,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    516586861396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,305 miles (+2,903)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    992780649866
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushe (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushe (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass75,402 miles (+5,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,402 miles
    Test number
    347724908619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass70,375 miles (+6,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,375 miles
    Test number
    469508604457
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass64,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,247 miles
    Test number
    537019103391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,247 miles (+7,242)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,247 miles
    Test number
    637109003311
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass57,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,005 miles
    Test number
    615788592283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,005 miles (+9,075)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,005 miles
    Test number
    459957992229
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Fail47,930 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,930 miles
    Test number
    399553691411
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass47,930 miles (+6,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,930 miles
    Test number
    959663791298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass41,359 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,359 miles
    Test number
    931782090225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,998 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,998 miles
    Test number
    420362809440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,988 miles (+9,705)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,988 miles
    Test number
    163311309388
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  25. Pass29,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,283 miles
    Test number
    293341108375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 OSU

Does LX55 OSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 OSU expired on 19 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 OSU?
The MOT on LX55 OSU expired on 19 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 OSU done?
LX55 OSU was recorded at 145,702 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2025, an average of 7,136 miles a year.
Has LX55 OSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 OSU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 OSU 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 OSU find?
LX55 OSU passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2025 with 6 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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