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Audi A3

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

S18 TMRMOT history

S18 TMR is a red diesel Audi A3 first used on 27 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 179,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

S18 TMR red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
179,371 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 TMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 TMR was last recorded at 179,371 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,327 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
8,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,371 miles
  • 2025 – 171,874 miles
  • 2024 – 166,307 miles
  • 2022 – 157,146 miles
  • 2021 – 151,179 miles
  • 2020 – 141,706 miles
  • 2019 – 135,103 miles
  • 2018 – 129,326 miles
  • 2017 – 121,554 miles
  • 2016 – 111,504 miles
  • 2015 – 102,043 miles
  • 2014 – 92,881 miles
  • 2013 – 84,433 miles
  • 2012 – 75,478 miles
  • 2011 – 65,206 miles
  • 2010 – 51,613 miles
  • 2009 – 39,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,371 miles
  • AdvisoryNSF lower suspension arm pressed steel, OSF arm castRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower suspension arm pressed steel. OSF lower is cast

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,371 miles (+44)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    179,371 miles
    Test number
    467415448920
    • AdvisoryNSF lower suspension arm pressed steel, OSF arm cast
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Fail179,327 miles (+7,453)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,327 miles
    Test number
    764832774006
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNSF lower suspension arm pressed steel, OSF arm cast
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass171,874 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    171,874 miles
    Test number
    117457035238
    • AdvisoryNSF lower suspension arm pressed steel, OSF lower arm cast
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Fail171,874 miles (+5,567)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,874 miles
    Test number
    629555145563
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryNSF lower suspension arm pressed steel, OSF lower arm cast
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass166,307 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    166,307 miles
    Test number
    912481667727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm pressed steel. OSF lower is cast
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Fail166,307 miles (+9,161)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,307 miles
    Test number
    953772779271
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak also bump stop and dust cover missing (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak also bump stop and dust cover missing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm pressed steel. OSF lower is cast
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass157,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    157,146 miles
    Test number
    108109604137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail157,146 miles (+5,967)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,146 miles
    Test number
    708011776043
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass151,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,179 miles
    Test number
    357690955614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail151,179 miles (+9,473)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,179 miles
    Test number
    446707847470
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass141,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    141,706 miles
    Test number
    585348354180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail141,706 miles (+6,603)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,706 miles
    Test number
    462482091538
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass135,103 miles (+5,777)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,103 miles
    Test number
    428778473996
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass129,326 miles (+7,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    129,326 miles
    Test number
    344146391005
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn

  15. Pass121,554 miles (+10,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,554 miles
    Test number
    865427790615
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass111,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,504 miles
    Test number
    620480859127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,504 miles (+152)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,504 miles
    Test number
    105518483162
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Fail111,352 miles (+9,309)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,352 miles
    Test number
    212816470942
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm. Legal limit is 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass102,043 miles (+9,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,043 miles
    Test number
    887284905162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass92,881 miles (+8,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,881 miles
    Test number
    147559864029
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass84,433 miles (+8,955)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,433 miles
    Test number
    216786083041
    • DangerousNearside front tyre worn close to cords on inner edge
    • DangerousOffside front tyre worn close to cords on inner edge.

  22. Pass75,478 miles (+10,272)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,478 miles
    Test number
    188833292071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,206 miles (+13,593)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,206 miles
    Test number
    867337891028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,613 miles (+12,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,613 miles
    Test number
    274288680056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass39,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    601855709133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,484 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    422366699038
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S18 TMR

Does S18 TMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 TMR is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 TMR?
The MOT on S18 TMR is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 TMR done?
S18 TMR was recorded at 179,371 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 8,096 miles a year.
Has S18 TMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 TMR has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 TMR 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 S18 TMR find?
S18 TMR passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nsf lower suspension arm pressed steel, osf arm cast; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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