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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S20 AGUMOT history

S20 AGU is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 86,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
86,494 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 AGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 AGU was last recorded at 86,494 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 5,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,730 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5,764 miles
Average per year
2,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,494 miles
  • 2024 – 80,730 miles
  • 2023 – 77,397 miles
  • 2022 – 75,537 miles
  • 2021 – 74,885 miles
  • 2020 – 74,495 miles
  • 2019 – 73,486 miles
  • 2018 – 72,387 miles
  • 2017 – 71,442 miles
  • 2016 – 70,167 miles
  • 2015 – 68,009 miles
  • 2014 – 65,966 miles
  • 2013 – 64,621 miles
  • 2012 – 63,263 miles
  • 2011 – 60,075 miles
  • 2010 – 59,280 miles
  • 2009 – 55,996 miles
  • 2008 – 54,060 miles
  • 2007 – 51,747 miles
  • 2006 – 45,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,494 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,494 miles (+5,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    86,494 miles
    Test number
    288351716432
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass80,730 miles (+3,333)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,730 miles
    Test number
    991279755273
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,397 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,397 miles
    Test number
    662777555325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,537 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,537 miles
    Test number
    499072816381
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting corroded/deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working

  5. Fail75,534 miles (+649)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,534 miles
    Test number
    672698599117
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise replacement (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting corroded/deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working

  6. Pass74,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,885 miles
    Test number
    407576819216
    • AdvisoryFront fogs light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail74,885 miles (+390)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,885 miles
    Test number
    487867042671
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront fogs light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass74,495 miles (+1,009)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,495 miles
    Test number
    953161424795
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure bulb holder loose in lamp unit (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both fog/driving lamps inop
    • AdvisoryFront both headlamps poor dipped beam pattern
    • AdvisoryFront both washer jets partially blocked/poor aim
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass73,486 miles (+1,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,486 miles
    Test number
    659130608912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,387 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,387 miles
    Test number
    642681576478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail72,387 miles (+945)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,387 miles
    Test number
    468138161053
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass71,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    71,442 miles
    Test number
    508129543067
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp glass broken

  13. Fail71,442 miles (+1,275)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,442 miles
    Test number
    772315158678
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass70,167 miles (+2,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,167 miles
    Test number
    415077191647
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass68,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,009 miles
    Test number
    359470315443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,004 miles (+2,038)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,004 miles
    Test number
    298810915232
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass65,966 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    65,966 miles
    Test number
    368033724260
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail65,947 miles (+1,326)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,947 miles
    Test number
    606193224216
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass64,621 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    708084323296
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn

  20. Fail64,602 miles (+1,339)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,602 miles
    Test number
    329984723267
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn

  21. Pass63,263 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,263 miles
    Test number
    886491222279
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass60,075 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,075 miles
    Test number
    825124721246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,280 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,280 miles
    Test number
    372554470133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,996 miles (+1,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    55,996 miles
    Test number
    360794589162
    • 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)

  25. Pass54,060 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,060 miles
    Test number
    912160388190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    51,747 miles
    Test number
    441393287188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,747 miles (+5,909)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,747 miles
    Test number
    223993587413
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass45,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,838 miles
    Test number
    484098566152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about S20 AGU

Does S20 AGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 AGU is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S20 AGU?
The MOT on S20 AGU is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 AGU done?
S20 AGU was recorded at 86,494 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 2,091 miles a year.
Has S20 AGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 AGU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S20 AGU 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 S20 AGU find?
S20 AGU passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front.

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