Audi logo

Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S31 BNGMOT history

S31 BNG is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 29 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

S31 BNG grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,535 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,143 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S31 BNG in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S31 BNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 BNG was last recorded at 157,535 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 1,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,124 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,411 miles
Average per year
5,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,535 miles
  • 2025 – 156,124 miles
  • 2024 – 153,819 miles
  • 2023 – 152,023 miles
  • 2022 – 151,345 miles
  • 2021 – 150,583 miles
  • 2019 – 149,788 miles
  • 2018 – 148,260 miles
  • 2017 – 144,294 miles
  • 2015 – 141,655 miles
  • 2014 – 136,284 miles
  • 2013 – 130,669 miles
  • 2012 – 119,522 miles
  • 2011 – 107,466 miles
  • 2010 – 98,599 miles
  • 2009 – 89,524 miles
  • 2008 – 77,817 miles
  • 2007 – 61,271 miles
  • 2006 – 54,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,535 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,535 miles (+1,411)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,535 miles
    Test number
    939017721111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,124 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    156,124 miles
    Test number
    653249505407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass153,819 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    153,819 miles
    Test number
    733466841857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,023 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    152,023 miles
    Test number
    752388820102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,345 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    151,345 miles
    Test number
    524348829166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail151,344 miles (+761)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,344 miles
    Test number
    926421499710
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES ON LIMITS
  7. Pass150,583 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,583 miles
    Test number
    580085209306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass149,788 miles (+1,528)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,788 miles
    Test number
    754771167636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass148,260 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    148,260 miles
    Test number
    296263821229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass144,294 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    144,294 miles
    Test number
    909903046592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,655 miles (+5,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    141,655 miles
    Test number
    572310043441
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
  12. Pass136,284 miles (+5,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,284 miles
    Test number
    386732474282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass130,669 miles (+11,147)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,669 miles
    Test number
    317299653205
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly worn inner edge
    • NoteSlight movement nearside front steering arm
  14. Pass119,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    119,522 miles
    Test number
    826090002311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,250 miles (+11,784)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,250 miles
    Test number
    678280502394
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  16. Pass107,466 miles (+152)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    107,466 miles
    Test number
    758673891264
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Fail107,314 miles (+8,715)1 dangerous8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,314 miles
    Test number
    859393181252
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
  18. Pass98,599 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    98,599 miles
    Test number
    362964090485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  19. Fail98,599 miles (+9,075)7 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,599 miles
    Test number
    970074690299
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  20. Pass89,524 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,524 miles
    Test number
    614901409314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
  21. Fail89,513 miles (+11,696)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,513 miles
    Test number
    610631409318
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
  22. Pass77,817 miles (+16,546)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    77,817 miles
    Test number
    944844008342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,271 miles (+6,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,271 miles
    Test number
    243950657441
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Pass54,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    54,315 miles
    Test number
    221734886119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 BNG

Does S31 BNG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 BNG is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 BNG?
The MOT on S31 BNG is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 BNG done?
S31 BNG was recorded at 157,535 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,143 miles a year.
Has S31 BNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 BNG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on S31 BNG 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 S31 BNG find?
S31 BNG passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Browse all S31B registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.