
Audi A3
Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc
S33 BNJMOT history
S33 BNJ is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,480 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 28 Sept 2026
- Mileage
- 158,480 mi
- At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 17 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 7,534 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S33 BNJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 28 Oct 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Sept 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
S33 BNJ was last recorded at 158,480 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 158,433 miles · 23 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 47 miles
- Average per year
- 7,534 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 158,480 miles
- 2024 – 153,538 miles
- 2023 – 144,033 miles
- 2022 – 131,592 miles
- 2021 – 123,948 miles
- 2020 – 119,370 miles
- 2019 – 112,906 miles
- 2018 – 105,460 miles
- 2017 – 98,610 miles
- 2016 – 87,004 miles
- 2015 – 70,503 miles
- 2014 – 62,813 miles
- 2013 – 61,015 miles
- 2012 – 51,405 miles
- 2011 – 43,809 miles
- 2009 – 36,055 miles
- 2008 – 31,166 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryRear shocker dust covers insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Full MOT history
26 tests since 5 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass158,480 miles (+47)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 158,480 miles
- Test number
- 920442484894
- AdvisoryRear shocker dust covers insecure
Fail158,433 miles (+4,895)7 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,433 miles
- Test number
- 300990661514
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear shocker dust covers insecure
Pass153,538 miles (+2)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 153,538 miles
- Test number
- 385289968518
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker dust cover insecure
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker dust cover insecure
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail153,536 miles (+9,503)1 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,536 miles
- Test number
- 316929886545
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker dust cover insecure
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker dust cover insecure
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass144,033 miles (+12,441)2 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 144,033 miles
- Test number
- 905237447685
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear heat shield is loose
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake just met requirements
Pass131,592 miles (+7,644)2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 131,592 miles
- Test number
- 975300607757
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass123,948 miles (+460)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 123,948 miles
- Test number
- 203463176062
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail123,488 miles (+4,118)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,488 miles
- Test number
- 469177894742
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass119,370 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 119,370 miles
- Test number
- 457951707290
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail119,370 miles (+6,464)5 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,370 miles
- Test number
- 312055788425
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass112,906 miles (+7,446)2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 112,906 miles
- Test number
- 683312769089
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass105,460 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 105,460 miles
- Test number
- 963864287975
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail105,460 miles (+6,850)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,460 miles
- Test number
- 525799482106
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass98,610 miles (+11,606)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 98,610 miles
- Test number
- 524779566719
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,004 miles (+16,501)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 87,004 miles
- Test number
- 528937660905
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,503 miles (+7,690)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 31 May 2016
- Odometer
- 70,503 miles
- Test number
- 855902155192
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edges
Pass62,813 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2015
- Odometer
- 62,813 miles
- Test number
- 835909224190
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail62,813 miles (+1,798)3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,813 miles
- Test number
- 216069024495
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass61,015 miles (+9,610)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2014
- Odometer
- 61,015 miles
- Test number
- 446464933111
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass51,405 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 51,405 miles
- Test number
- 848254832064
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNearside front fog lamp not working
Fail51,405 miles (+7,596)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 51,405 miles
- Test number
- 607134632060
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNearside front fog lamp not working
Pass43,809 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 43,809 miles
- Test number
- 679382831076
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail43,808 miles (+7,753)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,808 miles
- Test number
- 137319821070
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Pass36,055 miles (+4,889)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 36,055 miles
- Test number
- 660782149362
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,166 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 31,166 miles
- Test number
- 303230118319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail31,166 miles2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,166 miles
- Test number
- 950270118315
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Questions about S33 BNJ
- Does S33 BNJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S33 BNJ expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S33 BNJ?
- The MOT on S33 BNJ expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S33 BNJ done?
- S33 BNJ was recorded at 158,480 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 7,534 miles a year.
- Has S33 BNJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S33 BNJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on S33 BNJ 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 S33 BNJ find?
- S33 BNJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: rear shocker dust covers insecure.
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