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Audi A5

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

S3 BDWMOT history

S3 BDW is a white diesel Audi A5 first used on 19 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

S3 BDW white Audi A5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,863 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BDW was last recorded at 97,863 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 12,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,035 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,828 miles
Average per year
7,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,863 miles
  • 2025 – 85,035 miles
  • 2024 – 74,837 miles
  • 2023 – 62,824 miles
  • 2022 – 59,833 miles
  • 2021 – 58,773 miles
  • 2020 – 51,050 miles
  • 2019 – 45,850 miles
  • 2018 – 39,734 miles
  • 2017 – 32,184 miles
  • 2016 – 26,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,863 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (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.

  • Full Length Undertrays Fitted Cannot Full Inspect Underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,863 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    869463913814
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,863 miles (+12,828)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    791782391445
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35-20 97y (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing wheel stud missing one on each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,035 miles
    Test number
    587380669224
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail85,035 miles (+10,198)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,035 miles
    Test number
    672435945852
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,837 miles (+12,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    74,837 miles
    Test number
    908977510622
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,824 miles (+255)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,824 miles
    Test number
    171387691607
    • AdvisoryFull Length Undertrays Fitted Cannot Full Inspect Underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail62,569 miles (+2,736)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,569 miles
    Test number
    984793827511
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Leaking Fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull Length Undertrays Fitted Cannot Full Inspect Underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    59,833 miles
    Test number
    642963104377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,833 miles (+1,060)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,833 miles
    Test number
    451748546589
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear and Nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,773 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,773 miles
    Test number
    293083762787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,484 miles (+7,434)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,484 miles
    Test number
    554820858397
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  12. Pass51,050 miles (+5,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,050 miles
    Test number
    793404514049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass45,850 miles (+6,116)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    45,850 miles
    Test number
    949840759737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,734 miles
    Test number
    722911283274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,734 miles (+7,550)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,734 miles
    Test number
    758284096849
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing of figures (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing of figures (0.1 (d))

  16. Pass32,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,184 miles
    Test number
    834485121622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,184 miles (+6,116)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,184 miles
    Test number
    802102652178
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass26,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,068 miles
    Test number
    461504763534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 BDW

Does S3 BDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 BDW is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 BDW?
The MOT on S3 BDW is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 BDW done?
S3 BDW was recorded at 97,863 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 7,406 miles a year.
Has S3 BDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 BDW has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 BDW 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 BDW find?
S3 BDW passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip.

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