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Audi S3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S3 ATOMOT history

S3 ATO is a silver petrol Audi S3 first used on 22 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 103,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

S3 ATO silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2022
Mileage
103,551 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 ATO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 ATO was last recorded at 103,551 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,299 miles · 17 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
252 miles
Average per year
3,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 103,551 miles
  • 2020 – 103,299 miles
  • 2019 – 102,881 miles
  • 2018 – 101,379 miles
  • 2015 – 100,877 miles
  • 2014 – 98,585 miles
  • 2013 – 97,238 miles
  • 2012 – 95,790 miles
  • 2011 – 92,685 miles
  • 2010 – 87,099 miles
  • 2009 – 76,285 miles
  • 2008 – 65,896 miles
  • 2007 – 56,215 miles
  • 2006 – 45,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,551 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,551 miles (+252)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,551 miles
    Test number
    342519772309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass103,299 miles (+418)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,299 miles
    Test number
    955407593913
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,881 miles (+1,502)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,881 miles
    Test number
    256335796763
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass101,379 miles (+502)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,379 miles
    Test number
    265975296159
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules, slightly coprroded

  5. Pass100,877 miles (+2,292)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,877 miles
    Test number
    369729085179
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass98,585 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,585 miles
    Test number
    379152484195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail98,585 miles (+1,347)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,585 miles
    Test number
    869731084136
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass97,238 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,238 miles
    Test number
    136460593171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail97,218 miles (+1,428)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,218 miles
    Test number
    877835783107
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass95,790 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,790 miles
    Test number
    467750382143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,762 miles (+3,077)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,762 miles
    Test number
    325997672156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass92,685 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,685 miles
    Test number
    185169371142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,099 miles (+10,814)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    87,099 miles
    Test number
    491656280133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,285 miles (+10,389)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,285 miles
    Test number
    563913369139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f inner cv boot leaking
    • NoteO/s/r tyre inner wall cracking slightly

  15. Pass65,896 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    65,896 miles
    Test number
    800903988191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,215 miles (+11,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,215 miles
    Test number
    270267087458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass45,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,202 miles
    Test number
    274585836460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 ATO

Does S3 ATO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 ATO expired on 6 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 ATO?
The MOT on S3 ATO expired on 6 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 ATO done?
S3 ATO was recorded at 103,551 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 3,749 miles a year.
Has S3 ATO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 ATO has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on S3 ATO 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 ATO find?
S3 ATO passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 6 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both, and 3 more.

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