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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LX59 ZHTMOT history

LX59 ZHT is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 195,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LX59 ZHT black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
195,788 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX59 ZHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX59 ZHT was last recorded at 195,788 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,780 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
11,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,788 miles
  • 2025 – 193,217 miles
  • 2024 – 188,493 miles
  • 2023 – 176,035 miles
  • 2022 – 163,240 miles
  • 2021 – 154,543 miles
  • 2020 – 147,329 miles
  • 2019 – 132,069 miles
  • 2018 – 114,715 miles
  • 2017 – 99,856 miles
  • 2016 – 84,932 miles
  • 2015 – 70,399 miles
  • 2014 – 58,600 miles
  • 2012 – 42,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,788 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySmoke not detectedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTemporary repair to front exhaust
  • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted to vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Trims and covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,788 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    195,788 miles
    Test number
    478067450517
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySmoke not detected
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to front exhaust
    • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted to vehicle
  2. Fail195,780 miles (+2,563)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,780 miles
    Test number
    233620191171
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible not located (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySmoke not detected
    • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted to vehicle
  3. Pass193,217 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    193,217 miles
    Test number
    816711261678
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted
  4. Fail193,177 miles (+4,684)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,177 miles
    Test number
    322044407761
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction and glow plug warning (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted
  5. Pass188,493 miles (+12,458)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    188,493 miles
    Test number
    765447754810
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s wishbone bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp aim on lower limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sunvisor clip broken (still secure)
  6. Pass176,035 miles (+12,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    176,035 miles
    Test number
    797697799215
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass163,240 miles (+8,697)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    163,240 miles
    Test number
    844164024759
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass154,543 miles (+7,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,543 miles
    Test number
    116140376780
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s wish bone bushes (slight) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass147,329 miles (+15,260)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,329 miles
    Test number
    991065348494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass132,069 miles (+17,354)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,069 miles
    Test number
    109346675256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,715 miles (+14,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,715 miles
    Test number
    823770235094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords
  12. Pass99,856 miles (+14,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,856 miles
    Test number
    578043175611
    • AdvisoryWear & deterioration in front brake discs
  13. Pass84,932 miles (+14,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,932 miles
    Test number
    193583916351
    • AdvisorySome deterioration/wear in all brake discs
  14. Pass70,399 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,399 miles
    Test number
    438907035067
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
  15. Fail70,399 miles (+11,799)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,399 miles
    Test number
    698087835079
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
  16. Pass58,600 miles (+16,409)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,600 miles
    Test number
    855362544011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner faces
    • NoteStrong advise on rear brake pad thickness
  17. Pass42,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,191 miles
    Test number
    315235242461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX59 ZHT

Does LX59 ZHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX59 ZHT is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX59 ZHT?
The MOT on LX59 ZHT is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX59 ZHT done?
LX59 ZHT was recorded at 195,788 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 11,295 miles a year.
Has LX59 ZHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX59 ZHT has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LX59 ZHT 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 LX59 ZHT find?
LX59 ZHT passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear; rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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