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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S108 XATMOT history

S108 XAT is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 7 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 212,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2023
Mileage
212,982 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S108 XAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
9 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S108 XAT was last recorded at 212,982 miles on 9 May 2023, 13,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Aug 2011: 124,786 miles, lower than 126,366 miles on 7 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
199,001 miles · 5 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
13,981 miles
Average per year
8,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 212,982 miles
  • 2022 – 199,001 miles
  • 2021 – 180,738 miles
  • 2019 – 180,498 miles
  • 2017 – 171,784 miles
  • 2016 – 158,057 miles
  • 2014 – 158,044 miles
  • 2013 – 153,189 miles
  • 2012 – 140,309 miles
  • 2011 – 124,786 miles
  • 2010 – 126,366 miles
  • 2009 – 93,356 miles
  • 2008 – 82,560 miles
  • 2007 – 79,347 miles
  • 2006 – 75,289 miles
  • 2005 – 70,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail212,982 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust has major leak and system insecure (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Split to cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Split to cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear tyres cracking on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail212,982 miles (+13,981)10 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,982 miles
    Test number
    174451642488
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust has major leak and system insecure (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Split to cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Split to cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass199,001 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    199,001 miles
    Test number
    976497265964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail198,899 miles (+18,161)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,899 miles
    Test number
    822432523645
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Floor panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass180,738 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    180,738 miles
    Test number
    392164881156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass180,498 miles (+8,714)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    180,498 miles
    Test number
    563824524221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass171,784 miles (+85)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    171,784 miles
    Test number
    446201859351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking on tread

  7. Fail171,699 miles (+13,642)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,699 miles
    Test number
    753507528918
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking on tread

  8. Pass158,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    158,057 miles
    Test number
    392440122287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail158,057 miles (+13)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,057 miles
    Test number
    530246447641
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  10. Fail158,044 miles (+4,855)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,044 miles
    Test number
    328466604427
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass153,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    153,189 miles
    Test number
    757984073284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail153,189 miles (+12,880)1 dangerous10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,189 miles
    Test number
    847220873283
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteSome o/s/f items untested due to excessive play in rack arm

  13. Pass140,309 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    140,309 miles
    Test number
    267777752219
    • NoteTHE O/S DOOR MIROR IS CRACKED BUT REAR VIEW IS STILL POSSIBLE THROGH IT

  14. Fail140,308 miles (+15,522)2 dangerous10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,308 miles
    Test number
    187755852288
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteTHE O/S DOOR MIROR IS CRACKED BUT REAR VIEW IS STILL POSSIBLE THROGH IT

  15. Pass124,786 miles (-1,580)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    124,786 miles
    Test number
    648133441277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,366 miles (+33,010)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    126,366 miles
    Test number
    453069410253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,356 miles (+10,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    93,356 miles
    Test number
    663809819297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass82,560 miles (+3,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    82,560 miles
    Test number
    523211428208
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail79,347 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,347 miles
    Test number
    333000027404
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass79,347 miles (+4,058)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,347 miles
    Test number
    960860927292
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass75,289 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    75,289 miles
    Test number
    662606406282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    70,684 miles
    Test number
    811922135251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,684 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,684 miles
    Test number
    210581335277
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S108 XAT

Does S108 XAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S108 XAT expired on 4 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S108 XAT?
The MOT on S108 XAT expired on 4 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S108 XAT done?
S108 XAT was recorded at 212,982 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2023, an average of 8,031 miles a year.
Has S108 XAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S108 XAT has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S108 XAT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S108 XAT find?
S108 XAT failed its latest MOT on 9 May 2023 with 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; emissions unable to be completed exhaust has major leak and system insecure; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated split to cords, and 11 more.

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