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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,984 cc

S3 APUMOT history

S3 APU is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 10 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

S3 APU black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
136,110 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 APU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 APU was last recorded at 136,110 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,908 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
202 miles
Average per year
6,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,110 miles
  • 2024 – 131,885 miles
  • 2023 – 128,785 miles
  • 2022 – 125,727 miles
  • 2021 – 122,033 miles
  • 2020 – 119,287 miles
  • 2019 – 115,510 miles
  • 2017 – 106,912 miles
  • 2016 – 103,395 miles
  • 2015 – 87,511 miles
  • 2014 – 76,859 miles
  • 2013 – 67,179 miles
  • 2012 – 56,788 miles
  • 2011 – 45,805 miles
  • 2010 – 38,260 miles
  • 2009 – 30,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,110 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged offside and Nearside central

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    136,110 miles
    Test number
    337429103884
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged offside and Nearside central

  2. Fail136,110 miles (+202)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,110 miles
    Test number
    447834394756
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged offside and Nearside central

  3. Fail135,908 miles (+4,023)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,908 miles
    Test number
    421145022616
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive misting around oil filter and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp red
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged osf and ns central

  4. Pass131,885 miles (+3,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,885 miles
    Test number
    211767836942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass128,785 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,785 miles
    Test number
    739159447834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass125,727 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,727 miles
    Test number
    761725421735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,033 miles (+2,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    122,033 miles
    Test number
    643222278446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass119,287 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,287 miles
    Test number
    637882907716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,510 miles (+8,598)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,510 miles
    Test number
    855771039986
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass106,912 miles (+3,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,912 miles
    Test number
    129911272770
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass103,395 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,395 miles
    Test number
    121074157086
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit o/s rear (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail103,388 miles (+15,877)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,388 miles
    Test number
    698272519461
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed o/s front (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s front (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit o/s rear (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass87,511 miles (+10,652)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    683799141862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,859 miles (+9,680)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,859 miles
    Test number
    298763024371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteGlue repair to o/s rear tyre sidewall

  15. Pass67,179 miles (+10,391)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,179 miles
    Test number
    375343223310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,788 miles (+10,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,788 miles
    Test number
    576771622388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass45,805 miles (+7,545)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,805 miles
    Test number
    808518801379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteTear in offside front tyre outer wall

  18. Pass38,260 miles (+8,169)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,260 miles
    Test number
    101021420368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,091 miles
    Test number
    854443229324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 APU

Does S3 APU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 APU is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 APU?
The MOT on S3 APU is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 APU done?
S3 APU was recorded at 136,110 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,562 miles a year.
Has S3 APU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 APU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 APU 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 S3 APU find?
S3 APU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel arch insecure; undertrays damaged offside and nearside central.

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