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Audi S3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S31 UKYMOT history

S31 UKY is a yellow petrol Audi S3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 181,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
181,039 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 UKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 UKY was last recorded at 181,039 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,039 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,039 miles
  • 2024 – 181,039 miles
  • 2023 – 181,039 miles
  • 2019 – 156,452 miles
  • 2018 – 140,972 miles
  • 2017 – 135,451 miles
  • 2016 – 128,759 miles
  • 2015 – 121,932 miles
  • 2014 – 115,916 miles
  • 2013 – 112,537 miles
  • 2012 – 110,689 miles
  • 2011 – 101,285 miles
  • 2010 – 95,529 miles
  • 2009 – 90,230 miles
  • 2008 – 83,134 miles
  • 2007 – 67,331 miles
  • 2006 – 61,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,039 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle modified for track useRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass181,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    181,039 miles
    Test number
    801291363584
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified for track use

  2. Pass181,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    181,039 miles
    Test number
    293152023328
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified for track use

  3. Pass181,039 miles (+24,587)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    181,039 miles
    Test number
    868676461895
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified for track use

  4. Pass156,452 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    156,452 miles
    Test number
    390952126894
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail156,452 miles (+56)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,452 miles
    Test number
    727064094449
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail156,396 miles (+15,424)1 dangerous11 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,396 miles
    Test number
    190591766334
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases In several places. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner 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))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass140,972 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    140,972 miles
    Test number
    433879091626
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush slightly deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail140,972 miles (+5,521)4 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,972 miles
    Test number
    447786003184
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush slightly deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass135,451 miles (+6,692)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    135,451 miles
    Test number
    967027047651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering rack nearside inner joint slightly worn

  10. Pass128,759 miles (+347)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    128,759 miles
    Test number
    692368129567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Fail128,412 miles (+6,480)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,412 miles
    Test number
    316637451200
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPuncture in nearside rear tyre

  12. Pass121,932 miles (+6,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,932 miles
    Test number
    157447615116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass115,916 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    115,916 miles
    Test number
    919572224188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,872 miles (+3,335)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,872 miles
    Test number
    266728214400
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass112,537 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    112,537 miles
    Test number
    285007503192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,533 miles (+1,844)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,533 miles
    Test number
    217766303140
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  17. Pass110,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,689 miles
    Test number
    545402312147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail110,679 miles (+752)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,679 miles
    Test number
    989072112166
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail109,927 miles (+8,642)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,927 miles
    Test number
    478067062002
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteTyre size 225/40x18Y.
    • NoteWheel Alignment check advised after MOT work is carried out.

  20. Pass101,285 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,285 miles
    Test number
    259307081030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNsr outer d/shaft boot leaking grease

  21. Fail101,275 miles (+5,746)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,275 miles
    Test number
    945065581087
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteH/level b/light in-op
    • NoteNsr outer d/shaft boot leaking grease

  22. Pass95,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,529 miles
    Test number
    244188010455
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail95,529 miles (+5,299)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,529 miles
    Test number
    810658010117
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass90,230 miles (+7,096)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    90,230 miles
    Test number
    593573719199
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass83,134 miles (+15,803)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,134 miles
    Test number
    200013118451
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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 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)

  26. Pass67,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    67,331 miles
    Test number
    733953837059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,331 miles (+6,290)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,331 miles
    Test number
    722133937047
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass61,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    61,041 miles
    Test number
    562514526059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 UKY

Does S31 UKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 UKY is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 UKY?
The MOT on S31 UKY is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 UKY done?
S31 UKY was recorded at 181,039 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has S31 UKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 UKY has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on S31 UKY 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 UKY find?
S31 UKY passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test; vehicle modified for track use.

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