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Audi A3

Purple · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

S33 FKAMOT history

S33 FKA is a purple petrol Audi A3 first used on 9 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 158,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

S33 FKA purple Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,817 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 FKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 FKA was last recorded at 158,817 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 8,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,977 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,840 miles
Average per year
6,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,817 miles
  • 2025 – 149,977 miles
  • 2024 – 147,369 miles
  • 2023 – 146,910 miles
  • 2022 – 146,412 miles
  • 2021 – 144,682 miles
  • 2020 – 140,968 miles
  • 2019 – 135,497 miles
  • 2018 – 127,742 miles
  • 2017 – 119,687 miles
  • 2016 – 111,490 miles
  • 2015 – 102,310 miles
  • 2014 – 94,351 miles
  • 2013 – 85,819 miles
  • 2012 – 77,757 miles
  • 2011 – 73,697 miles
  • 2010 – 69,995 miles
  • 2009 – 63,390 miles
  • 2007 – 47,766 miles
  • 2006 – 36,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,817 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,817 miles (+8,840)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,817 miles
    Test number
    427249540858
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass149,977 miles (+2,608)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,977 miles
    Test number
    354799382048
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,369 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,369 miles
    Test number
    684105158624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,910 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,910 miles
    Test number
    273351569593
    • AdvisoryBoth center-rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes perished/worn
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f alloy wheel welded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  5. Fail146,910 miles (+498)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,910 miles
    Test number
    770761229357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth center-rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes perished/worn
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f alloy wheel welded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  6. Pass146,412 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,412 miles
    Test number
    653108718067
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bodywork/bumper damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySmall play both front lower arm rear bushes. perished/worn
    • AdvisorySmall play n/s/f top mount

  7. Fail146,412 miles (+1,730)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,412 miles
    Test number
    865429280156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bodywork/bumper damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySmall play both front lower arm rear bushes. perished/worn
    • AdvisorySmall play n/s/f top mount

  8. Pass144,682 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,682 miles
    Test number
    929803564105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass140,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    140,968 miles
    Test number
    929694285930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail140,968 miles (+5,471)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,968 miles
    Test number
    331097772357
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass135,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,497 miles
    Test number
    639243844610
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail135,497 miles (+7,755)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,497 miles
    Test number
    772319418587
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass127,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    127,742 miles
    Test number
    852299720620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,741 miles (+8,054)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,741 miles
    Test number
    810247040435
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass119,687 miles (+8,197)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    119,687 miles
    Test number
    745756517788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,490 miles (+9,180)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    111,490 miles
    Test number
    817478483099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,310 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,310 miles
    Test number
    189086325413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,308 miles (+7,957)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,308 miles
    Test number
    847103815025
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass94,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,351 miles
    Test number
    815855924087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail94,351 miles (+8,532)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,351 miles
    Test number
    398764624009
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass85,819 miles (+8,062)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,819 miles
    Test number
    657906623033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    349165322069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,757 miles (+4,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    276535722065
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass73,697 miles (+3,702)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    158927721086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,995 miles (+6,605)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,995 miles
    Test number
    424916150028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,390 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,390 miles
    Test number
    244439889092
    • NoteCracks in front number plate
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2mm towards outer edge
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted at time of test
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall not to body cords

  27. Fail63,390 miles (+235)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,390 miles
    Test number
    480649989098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteCracks in front number plate
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2mm towards outer edge
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted at time of test
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall not to body cords

  28. Pass63,155 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,155 miles
    Test number
    113335139074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail63,152 miles (+15,386)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,152 miles
    Test number
    152674839018
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Fail47,766 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,766 miles
    Test number
    244299297419
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass47,766 miles (+11,570)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    47,766 miles
    Test number
    304739597182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass36,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,196 miles
    Test number
    613269086122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S33 FKA

Does S33 FKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 FKA is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 FKA?
The MOT on S33 FKA is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 FKA done?
S33 FKA was recorded at 158,817 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 6,074 miles a year.
Has S33 FKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 FKA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S33 FKA 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 FKA find?
S33 FKA passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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