Audi A3
Purple · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc
S22 DLDMOT history
S22 DLD is a purple diesel Audi A3 first used on 9 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 175,885 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 11 Nov 2024
- Mileage
- 175,885 mi
- At MOT on 10 Nov 2023
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 8,805 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S22 DLD
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3
- Colour
- Purple
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 9 Jan 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 11 Nov 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Nov 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
S22 DLD was last recorded at 175,885 miles on 10 Nov 2023, 10,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 26 Oct 2020: 22,576 miles, lower than 130,649 miles on 21 May 2019.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 165,690 miles · 11 Nov 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 10,195 miles
- Average per year
- 8,805 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 175,885 miles
- 2022 – 165,690 miles
- 2021 – 156,739 miles
- 2020 – 146,438 miles
- 2019 – 130,649 miles
- 2018 – 121,235 miles
- 2017 – 113,129 miles
- 2016 – 104,998 miles
- 2015 – 95,349 miles
- 2014 – 81,695 miles
- 2013 – 67,111 miles
- 2012 – 54,645 miles
- 2011 – 48,240 miles
- 2009 – 39,190 miles
- 2008 – 34,433 miles
- 2007 – 29,774 miles
- 2006 – 23,265 miles
- 2005 – 18,185 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass175,885 miles
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Slight damp around steering rack
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
28 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass175,885 miles (+10,195)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 175,885 miles
- Test number
- 496612457280
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass165,690 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 165,690 miles
- Test number
- 638961674536
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail165,688 miles (+8,949)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,688 miles
- Test number
- 438145102235
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Pass156,739 miles (+2)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 156,739 miles
- Test number
- 363286267436
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail156,737 miles (+10,299)7 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,737 miles
- Test number
- 734968580554
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass146,438 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 146,438 miles
- Test number
- 987927441898
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail146,438 miles4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,438 miles
- Test number
- 630285141901
- MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass22,576 miles (-108,073)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 22,576 miles
- Test number
- 846078020113
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass130,649 miles (+10)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 130,649 miles
- Test number
- 490941739374
- AdvisorySlight damp around steering rack
Fail130,639 miles (+9,404)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,639 miles
- Test number
- 231511925797
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisorySlight damp around steering rack
Pass121,235 miles (+8,106)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2019
- Odometer
- 121,235 miles
- Test number
- 375375340108
- AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2 mill (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass113,129 miles (+5)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2018
- Odometer
- 113,129 miles
- Test number
- 482925840835
- AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces (3.5.1i)
Fail113,124 miles (+8,126)7 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,124 miles
- Test number
- 438058435994
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front 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 Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces (3.5.1i)
Pass104,998 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2017
- Odometer
- 104,998 miles
- Test number
- 719143956920
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySteering rack leaking from rack end.
Fail104,998 miles (+9,649)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,998 miles
- Test number
- 814727172436
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySteering rack leaking from rack end.
Pass95,349 miles (+13,654)
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2016
- Odometer
- 95,349 miles
- Test number
- 587622935197
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,695 miles (+14,584)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2015
- Odometer
- 81,695 miles
- Test number
- 348697424186
- NoteO/s/f steering arm slight wear
Pass67,111 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2014
- Odometer
- 67,111 miles
- Test number
- 255391733114
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail67,110 miles (+12,465)7 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,110 miles
- Test number
- 848760033173
- FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass54,645 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 54,645 miles
- Test number
- 408737702112
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Fail54,645 miles (+6,405)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,645 miles
- Test number
- 467137802172
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Pass48,240 miles (+9,050)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 48,240 miles
- Test number
- 149523781488
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteRear brake discs corroded
Pass39,190 miles (+4,757)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 39,190 miles
- Test number
- 851314149312
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,433 miles (+64)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 34,433 miles
- Test number
- 420961058423
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail34,369 miles (+4,595)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,369 miles
- Test number
- 490050858410
- FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass29,774 miles (+6,509)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 29,774 miles
- Test number
- 442678847448
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass23,265 miles (+5,080)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 23,265 miles
- Test number
- 870796546332
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass18,185 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 18,185 miles
- Test number
- 483016845353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S22 DLD
- Does S22 DLD currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S22 DLD expired on 11 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S22 DLD?
- The MOT on S22 DLD expired on 11 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S22 DLD done?
- S22 DLD was recorded at 175,885 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2023, an average of 8,805 miles a year.
- Has S22 DLD ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S22 DLD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
- Has the mileage on S22 DLD ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on S22 DLD find?
- S22 DLD passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.
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