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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,595 cc

LX55 OTLMOT history

LX55 OTL is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 23 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 159,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2022.

LX55 OTL blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2023
Mileage
159,764 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 OTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 OTL was last recorded at 159,764 miles on 14 Sept 2022, 9,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,100 miles · 26 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
9,664 miles
Average per year
7,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 159,764 miles
  • 2021 – 150,100 miles
  • 2020 – 145,683 miles
  • 2019 – 141,651 miles
  • 2018 – 137,267 miles
  • 2017 – 133,162 miles
  • 2016 – 128,894 miles
  • 2015 – 123,831 miles
  • 2014 – 115,816 miles
  • 2013 – 105,800 miles
  • 2012 – 96,521 miles
  • 2011 – 86,958 miles
  • 2010 – 76,787 miles
  • 2009 – 66,884 miles
  • 2008 – 56,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,764 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,764 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    159,764 miles
    Test number
    906868695449
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail159,764 miles (+9,664)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,764 miles
    Test number
    857890462715
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass150,100 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    150,100 miles
    Test number
    251422364980
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail150,100 miles (+4,417)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,100 miles
    Test number
    941611270771
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass145,683 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    113842889747
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail145,683 miles (+4,032)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    646312087218
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Heavily perished/ cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass141,651 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,651 miles
    Test number
    752971632794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail141,649 miles (+4,382)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,649 miles
    Test number
    135416512730
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass137,267 miles (+4,105)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    137,267 miles
    Test number
    634852220691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,162 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    133,162 miles
    Test number
    192583602310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,894 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    128,894 miles
    Test number
    340400111446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,831 miles (+8,015)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    123,831 miles
    Test number
    838476125271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,816 miles
    Test number
    367544454431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,816 miles (+10,016)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,816 miles
    Test number
    526973254272
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass105,800 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    105,800 miles
    Test number
    297841743221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail105,800 miles (+9,279)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,800 miles
    Test number
    936230443295
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass96,521 miles (+9,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    96,521 miles
    Test number
    145417932297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass86,958 miles (+10,171)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,958 miles
    Test number
    125356931294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,787 miles (+9,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,787 miles
    Test number
    924225060297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass66,884 miles (+10,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    240954069267
    • 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)

  21. Pass56,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,601 miles
    Test number
    132057858290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 OTL

Does LX55 OTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 OTL expired on 13 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 OTL?
The MOT on LX55 OTL expired on 13 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 OTL done?
LX55 OTL was recorded at 159,764 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2022, an average of 7,368 miles a year.
Has LX55 OTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 OTL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LX55 OTL 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 OTL find?
LX55 OTL passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2022 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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