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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

S3 CVVMOT history

S3 CVV is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 124,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

S3 CVV silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2026
Mileage
124,997 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 CVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 CVV was last recorded at 124,997 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,376 miles · 6 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
621 miles
Average per year
3,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,997 miles
  • 2023 – 124,376 miles
  • 2022 – 123,868 miles
  • 2018 – 122,504 miles
  • 2017 – 119,872 miles
  • 2016 – 115,235 miles
  • 2015 – 109,817 miles
  • 2014 – 105,374 miles
  • 2012 – 104,664 miles
  • 2010 – 102,847 miles
  • 2009 – 99,341 miles
  • 2008 – 88,342 miles
  • 2007 – 76,691 miles
  • 2005 – 66,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,997 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,997 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,997 miles
    Test number
    689361486133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail124,997 miles (+621)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,997 miles
    Test number
    323910422556
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,376 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    124,376 miles
    Test number
    781156303466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail124,376 miles (+508)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,376 miles
    Test number
    286305227564
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,868 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,868 miles
    Test number
    541323744858
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail123,867 miles (+651)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,867 miles
    Test number
    770873742094
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass123,216 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,216 miles
    Test number
    240058225668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,209 miles (+705)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,209 miles
    Test number
    694341682782
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass122,504 miles (+2,632)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    122,504 miles
    Test number
    824447010398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,872 miles (+4,637)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,872 miles
    Test number
    794673597669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,235 miles (+5,418)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,235 miles
    Test number
    188647123783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,817 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    826666975155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,374 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    199270874119
    • NoteAll 4 road tyres nearing legal requirement

  14. Fail105,374 miles (+710)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    206967764164
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAll 4 road tyres nearing legal requirement

  15. Pass104,664 miles (+1,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    104,664 miles
    Test number
    936387042282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail102,847 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,847 miles
    Test number
    342563660027
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass102,847 miles (+3,506)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    102,847 miles
    Test number
    861393560070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    400206209056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,341 miles (+10,999)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    291156509091
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass88,342 miles (+11,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    88,342 miles
    Test number
    600194208086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass76,691 miles (+10,037)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    76,691 miles
    Test number
    131043717069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    411427255382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 CVV

Does S3 CVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 CVV expired on 26 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 CVV?
The MOT on S3 CVV expired on 26 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 CVV done?
S3 CVV was recorded at 124,997 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 3,030 miles a year.
Has S3 CVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 CVV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 CVV 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 CVV find?
S3 CVV passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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