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Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

S31 PCXMOT history

S31 PCX is a silver diesel Audi A3 first used on 9 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 123,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

S31 PCX silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
123,806 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 PCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S31 PCX was last recorded at 123,806 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,239 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
4,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,806 miles
  • 2025 – 122,239 miles
  • 2024 – 120,778 miles
  • 2023 – 119,441 miles
  • 2021 – 118,127 miles
  • 2020 – 117,275 miles
  • 2019 – 116,586 miles
  • 2018 – 112,069 miles
  • 2016 – 104,464 miles
  • 2015 – 99,947 miles
  • 2014 – 94,007 miles
  • 2013 – 83,098 miles
  • 2012 – 75,634 miles
  • 2011 – 64,023 miles
  • 2010 – 53,332 miles
  • 2009 – 42,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,806 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both headlights light output slightly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,806 miles (+1,567)2 dangerous8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,806 miles
    Test number
    394697999043
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass122,239 miles (+1,461)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    122,239 miles
    Test number
    555732322367
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,778 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,778 miles
    Test number
    546492432553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail120,777 miles (+1,336)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,777 miles
    Test number
    133758238378
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass119,441 miles (+1,314)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    119,441 miles
    Test number
    770934058980
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,127 miles (+1)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,127 miles
    Test number
    292620555055
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights light output slightly reduced

  7. Fail118,126 miles (+851)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,126 miles
    Test number
    155279031856
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights light output slightly reduced

  8. Pass117,275 miles (+689)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    926111701880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot slightly split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,586 miles (+4,517)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,586 miles
    Test number
    606666722759
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass112,069 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,069 miles
    Test number
    143480920913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,464 miles (+4,517)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    104,464 miles
    Test number
    232157652984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,947 miles (+5,940)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,947 miles
    Test number
    426787585114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,007 miles
    Test number
    896787164105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,006 miles (+10,908)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,006 miles
    Test number
    788227664167
    • FailureNearside Outer 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass83,098 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,098 miles
    Test number
    758556153197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre snow/winter tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre snow/winter tyre

  16. Fail83,098 miles (+7,464)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,098 miles
    Test number
    236516953460
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre snow/winter tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre snow/winter tyre

  17. Fail75,634 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,634 miles
    Test number
    125050452147
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre deteriorating. [inner edge]

  18. Pass75,634 miles (+11,611)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,634 miles
    Test number
    526390052167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre deteriorating. [inner edge]

  19. Pass64,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    289183951479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,023 miles (+10,691)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    378113151129
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass53,332 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,332 miles
    Test number
    392495350145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,929 miles (+10,918)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    130457730169
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass42,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,011 miles
    Test number
    474718639155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S31 PCX

Does S31 PCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S31 PCX expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S31 PCX?
The MOT on S31 PCX expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S31 PCX done?
S31 PCX was recorded at 123,806 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 4,880 miles a year.
Has S31 PCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 PCX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 PCX 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 PCX find?
S31 PCX failed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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