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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S31 MFFMOT history

S31 MFF is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2024.

S31 MFF black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2025
Mileage
138,873 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 MFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 MFF was last recorded at 138,873 miles on 12 Mar 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,867 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,873 miles
  • 2023 – 138,321 miles
  • 2022 – 137,297 miles
  • 2021 – 136,619 miles
  • 2020 – 136,000 miles
  • 2018 – 135,936 miles
  • 2017 – 131,250 miles
  • 2016 – 129,962 miles
  • 2015 – 124,892 miles
  • 2012 – 103,034 miles
  • 2011 – 98,311 miles
  • 2010 – 94,522 miles
  • 2009 – 82,123 miles
  • 2008 – 68,714 miles
  • 2007 – 56,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,873 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint sleeve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear flex

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,873 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,873 miles
    Test number
    417536477901
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Fail138,867 miles (+546)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,867 miles
    Test number
    789668525262
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 xfront to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass138,321 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,321 miles
    Test number
    965025977662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,297 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,297 miles
    Test number
    159891749232
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Fail137,284 miles (+665)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,284 miles
    Test number
    172736030638
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Pass136,619 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,619 miles
    Test number
    525397773545
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail136,617 miles (+617)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,617 miles
    Test number
    133571169525
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass136,000 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,000 miles
    Test number
    802885723762
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass135,936 miles (+24)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    135,936 miles
    Test number
    565921665382
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail135,912 miles (+4,662)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,912 miles
    Test number
    749156250098
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded after flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass131,250 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    131,250 miles
    Test number
    448249150517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass129,962 miles (+5,070)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,962 miles
    Test number
    515609533128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,892 miles (+21,858)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,892 miles
    Test number
    740391423933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,034 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    103,034 miles
    Test number
    838573092056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre has a cut in side wall

  15. Fail103,025 miles (+4,714)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,025 miles
    Test number
    176766782099
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre has a cut in side wall

  16. Pass98,311 miles (+3,789)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    98,311 miles
    Test number
    477012881057
    • NoteN/s/front tyre has cut in outer side wall but not to cord's

  17. Pass94,522 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,522 miles
    Test number
    220978690072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail94,455 miles (+12,332)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,455 miles
    Test number
    834816180005
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront roll bar has corrosion but still secure
    • NoteRear roll bar has corrosion but still secure
    • NoteSlight weap on pas pipes

  19. Pass82,123 miles (+13,409)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,123 miles
    Test number
    754709789095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,714 miles (+12,584)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,714 miles
    Test number
    382230888011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass56,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,130 miles
    Test number
    123740887075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S31 MFF

Does S31 MFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S31 MFF expired on 11 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S31 MFF?
The MOT on S31 MFF expired on 11 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S31 MFF done?
S31 MFF was recorded at 138,873 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2024, an average of 4,874 miles a year.
Has S31 MFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 MFF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S31 MFF 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 MFF find?
S31 MFF passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2024 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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