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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

S3 AXLMOT history

S3 AXL is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 11 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 160,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

S3 AXL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
160,678 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 AXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 AXL was last recorded at 160,678 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 4,190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,488 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,190 miles
Average per year
8,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,678 miles
  • 2025 – 156,488 miles
  • 2024 – 145,201 miles
  • 2023 – 134,439 miles
  • 2022 – 124,599 miles
  • 2021 – 116,452 miles
  • 2020 – 108,280 miles
  • 2019 – 98,088 miles
  • 2017 – 97,837 miles
  • 2016 – 82,149 miles
  • 2015 – 71,115 miles
  • 2014 – 61,031 miles
  • 2013 – 54,026 miles
  • 2012 – 44,116 miles
  • 2011 – 32,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,678 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,678 miles (+4,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    160,678 miles
    Test number
    937194349032
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass156,488 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    156,488 miles
    Test number
    613524384226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail156,487 miles (+11,286)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,487 miles
    Test number
    834867169972
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken + top mount bearing damaged (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass145,201 miles (+10,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    145,201 miles
    Test number
    301173962220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass134,439 miles (+9,840)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,439 miles
    Test number
    358741739670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,599 miles (+8,147)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,599 miles
    Test number
    718599563001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,452 miles (+8,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,452 miles
    Test number
    633326361548
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass108,280 miles (+10,192)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,280 miles
    Test number
    900411972636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,088 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,088 miles
    Test number
    677192618485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,837 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,837 miles
    Test number
    379479964228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,801 miles (+15,652)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,801 miles
    Test number
    671212018422
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  12. Pass82,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,149 miles
    Test number
    174575455403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,149 miles (+11,034)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,149 miles
    Test number
    453875529565
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  14. Pass71,115 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,115 miles
    Test number
    537911455006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail71,115 miles (+10,084)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,115 miles
    Test number
    529891055088
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass61,031 miles (+7,005)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,031 miles
    Test number
    199043324410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,026 miles (+9,910)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,026 miles
    Test number
    529636713099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre damaged side wall

  18. Pass44,116 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,116 miles
    Test number
    109771312016
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSide skrites fifted

  19. Fail44,116 miles (+11,242)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,116 miles
    Test number
    888051712037
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSide skrites fifted

  20. Pass32,874 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    32,874 miles
    Test number
    308081411064
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS APPRO 80% WORN

  21. Fail32,874 miles1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,874 miles
    Test number
    875531311015
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS APPRO 80% WORN

Questions about S3 AXL

Does S3 AXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 AXL is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 AXL?
The MOT on S3 AXL is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 AXL done?
S3 AXL was recorded at 160,678 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 8,258 miles a year.
Has S3 AXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 AXL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 AXL 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 AXL find?
S3 AXL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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