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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LX55 OTEMOT history

LX55 OTE is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 15 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

LX55 OTE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,398 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 OTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 OTE was last recorded at 126,398 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 4,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
121,794 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,604 miles
Average per year
5,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,398 miles
  • 2025 – 121,794 miles
  • 2023 – 113,719 miles
  • 2022 – 107,624 miles
  • 2021 – 100,725 miles
  • 2020 – 92,740 miles
  • 2019 – 84,798 miles
  • 2018 – 77,947 miles
  • 2017 – 70,899 miles
  • 2016 – 69,590 miles
  • 2013 – 66,184 miles
  • 2012 – 60,474 miles
  • 2011 – 50,183 miles
  • 2010 – 41,070 miles
  • 2009 – 30,521 miles
  • 2008 – 27,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,398 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,398 miles (+4,604)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,398 miles
    Test number
    431947488033
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,794 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    121,794 miles
    Test number
    440838903980
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail121,794 miles (+8,075)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,794 miles
    Test number
    175166492979
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass113,719 miles (+6,095)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,719 miles
    Test number
    835042272063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    107,624 miles
    Test number
    466459784047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail107,624 miles (+6,899)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,624 miles
    Test number
    690863171274
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass100,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,725 miles
    Test number
    999968995683
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops broken

  8. Fail100,725 miles (+7,985)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,725 miles
    Test number
    301124887217
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops broken

  9. Pass92,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,740 miles
    Test number
    898307863152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer tred (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail92,740 miles (+7,942)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,740 miles
    Test number
    469174789579
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer tred (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,798 miles
    Test number
    981439118996
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail84,798 miles (+6,851)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,798 miles
    Test number
    965079989679
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass77,947 miles (+7,048)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    303936521956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,899 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    568480265923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,590 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,590 miles
    Test number
    783972804190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,184 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,184 miles
    Test number
    365321703350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,474 miles (+10,291)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,474 miles
    Test number
    726505532337
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly.3

  18. Pass50,183 miles (+9,113)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,183 miles
    Test number
    485737001391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,070 miles
    Test number
    754545910381
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail41,070 miles (+10,549)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,070 miles
    Test number
    412925310328
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside rear outer tyre wall

  21. Pass30,521 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    251000459277
    • NoteHigh level brake light out

  22. Fail30,521 miles (+3,303)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    914300659230
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHigh level brake light out

  23. Pass27,218 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,218 miles
    Test number
    484467758276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX55 OTE

Does LX55 OTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 OTE is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 OTE?
The MOT on LX55 OTE is valid until 21 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 OTE done?
LX55 OTE was recorded at 126,398 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 5,690 miles a year.
Has LX55 OTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 OTE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 OTE 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 OTE find?
LX55 OTE passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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