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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

M5 LOTMOT history

M5 LOT is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 7 Apr 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 126,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

M5 LOT black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
126,866 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

M5 LOT was last recorded at 126,866 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 12,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,125 miles · 20 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
12,741 miles
Average per year
6,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,866 miles
  • 2022 – 114,125 miles
  • 2016 – 102,217 miles
  • 2015 – 96,516 miles
  • 2014 – 92,650 miles
  • 2013 – 78,025 miles
  • 2012 – 65,343 miles
  • 2010 – 43,301 miles
  • 2009 – 32,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,866 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,866 miles (+12,741)3 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,866 miles
    Test number
    944703336823
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass114,125 miles (+11,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,125 miles
    Test number
    576595583966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass102,217 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,217 miles
    Test number
    995884403790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  4. Fail102,217 miles (+5,701)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,217 miles
    Test number
    649360571896
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  5. Pass96,516 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,516 miles
    Test number
    757310238929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    92,650 miles
    Test number
    645331854393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,650 miles (+14,625)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,650 miles
    Test number
    446740454376
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass78,025 miles (+12,682)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    78,025 miles
    Test number
    149461653377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,343 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    536813092043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  10. Fail65,343 miles (+22,042)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    965413292016
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  11. Pass43,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    332748690084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,301 miles (+10,583)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    114087390058
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

  13. Pass32,718 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,718 miles
    Test number
    850182299059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,696 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,696 miles
    Test number
    223620999071
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M5 LOT

Does M5 LOT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 LOT expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 LOT?
The MOT on M5 LOT expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 LOT done?
M5 LOT was recorded at 126,866 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 6,396 miles a year.
Has M5 LOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LOT has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on M5 LOT 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 M5 LOT find?
M5 LOT failed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 3 dangerous defects and 7 major defects: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 7 more.

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