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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S3 BVEMOT history

S3 BVE is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 4 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

S3 BVE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
136,968 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BVE was last recorded at 136,968 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,103 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
865 miles
Average per year
4,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,968 miles
  • 2025 – 130,116 miles
  • 2024 – 124,999 miles
  • 2023 – 118,646 miles
  • 2022 – 117,507 miles
  • 2020 – 117,034 miles
  • 2017 – 116,523 miles
  • 2014 – 113,881 miles
  • 2013 – 110,139 miles
  • 2012 – 104,083 miles
  • 2011 – 94,728 miles
  • 2010 – 87,314 miles
  • 2009 – 86,298 miles
  • 2008 – 82,636 miles
  • 2007 – 57,093 miles
  • 2006 – 47,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,968 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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 rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Washer bottle leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,968 miles (+865)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    136,968 miles
    Test number
    262531831313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,103 miles (+5,987)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,103 miles
    Test number
    679731257645
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,116 miles (+5,117)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,116 miles
    Test number
    567064496887
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play found at the road wheel whilst jacked (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass124,999 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    124,999 miles
    Test number
    349413546870
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp washers not working
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  5. Fail124,999 miles (+24)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,999 miles
    Test number
    300016403982
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp washers not working
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  6. Fail124,975 miles (+37)12 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,975 miles
    Test number
    675737590591
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mount on rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer bracket rubbing on body
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers not working
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  7. Fail124,938 miles (+6,292)10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,938 miles
    Test number
    373676682491
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification camber arm damaged (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass118,646 miles (+1,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    118,646 miles
    Test number
    619516773225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass117,507 miles (+473)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    117,507 miles
    Test number
    784633996807
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass117,034 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,034 miles
    Test number
    187165311285
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (Central pipe joint) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  11. Fail117,034 miles (+511)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,034 miles
    Test number
    288142050093
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (Central pipe joint) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  12. Pass116,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,523 miles
    Test number
    641997156169
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail116,523 miles (+2,642)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,523 miles
    Test number
    284731074754
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working none (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass113,881 miles (+3,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    113,881 miles
    Test number
    648361114349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass110,139 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    110,139 miles
    Test number
    408359393222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail110,139 miles (+6,056)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,139 miles
    Test number
    676257493294
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass104,083 miles (+9,355)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,083 miles
    Test number
    646429792137
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs worn

  18. Pass94,728 miles (+7,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,728 miles
    Test number
    369172281120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass87,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    87,314 miles
    Test number
    963673490157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,314 miles (+1,016)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,314 miles
    Test number
    200490490499
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass86,298 miles (+3,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,298 miles
    Test number
    520942729141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    82,636 miles
    Test number
    982262928000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,636 miles (+25,543)3 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,636 miles
    Test number
    102542828493
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass57,093 miles (+9,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,093 miles
    Test number
    171545117008
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass47,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,316 miles
    Test number
    582220826083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,316 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,316 miles
    Test number
    743138916013
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about S3 BVE

Does S3 BVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 BVE is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 BVE?
The MOT on S3 BVE is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 BVE done?
S3 BVE was recorded at 136,968 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,327 miles a year.
Has S3 BVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 BVE has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 BVE 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 BVE find?
S3 BVE passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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