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Audi A3

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

S3 DJUMOT history

S3 DJU is a yellow petrol Audi A3 first used on 9 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 143,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

S3 DJU yellow Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
143,394 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 DJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 DJU was last recorded at 143,394 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,391 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,394 miles
  • 2025 – 142,234 miles
  • 2024 – 141,003 miles
  • 2023 – 139,692 miles
  • 2022 – 138,132 miles
  • 2021 – 137,187 miles
  • 2020 – 135,820 miles
  • 2019 – 133,917 miles
  • 2018 – 132,199 miles
  • 2017 – 131,200 miles
  • 2015 – 130,321 miles
  • 2014 – 130,119 miles
  • 2013 – 128,384 miles
  • 2012 – 122,357 miles
  • 2011 – 115,543 miles
  • 2010 – 108,433 miles
  • 2009 – 101,485 miles
  • 2008 – 92,907 miles
  • 2007 – 81,913 miles
  • 2006 – 69,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,394 miles
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Rear All suspension components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,394 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    143,394 miles
    Test number
    511387431676
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail143,391 miles (+1,157)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,391 miles
    Test number
    834281760740
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,234 miles (+1,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,234 miles
    Test number
    528624007497
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components and subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,003 miles (+1,311)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,003 miles
    Test number
    877531023031
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Also suspension arms x4 corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass139,692 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,692 miles
    Test number
    760998337721
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded

  6. Fail139,686 miles (+1,554)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,686 miles
    Test number
    272357927071
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded

  7. Pass138,132 miles (+945)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,132 miles
    Test number
    716616086841
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded

  8. Pass137,187 miles (+1,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,187 miles
    Test number
    647784885780
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various components contaminated (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,820 miles (+1,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,820 miles
    Test number
    775719767949
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass133,917 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    133,917 miles
    Test number
    257345039802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,199 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,199 miles
    Test number
    522046016570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass131,200 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    131,200 miles
    Test number
    564337547028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail131,200 miles (+879)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,200 miles
    Test number
    971562664574
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass130,321 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    130,321 miles
    Test number
    454516627330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass130,119 miles (+1,735)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    130,119 miles
    Test number
    279576644334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWiper blades splitting in the outer edges advise early replacement

  16. Pass128,384 miles (+244)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,384 miles
    Test number
    458191113436
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteCut in n/s/f tyre outer side wall.
    • NoteDammage to drivers seat air bag.
    • NoteHeadlamp washers not working.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.
    • NoteTcm lamp on.

  17. Fail128,140 miles (+5,783)2 failures3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,140 miles
    Test number
    546674903323
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteCut in n/s/f tyre outer side wall.
    • NoteCut in n/s/r tyre outer side wall.
    • NoteDammage to drivers seat air bag.
    • NoteHeadlamp washers not working.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.
    • NoteTcm lamp on.

  18. Pass122,357 miles (+6,814)1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    122,357 miles
    Test number
    499719412338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteDamage to drivers seat air bag,could fail next MOT
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWorning lamp to dash could fail next MOT
    • NoteAir bag worning lamp on, could fail next MOT
    • NoteHead lamp washers in-op, could fail next MOT
    • NoteO/s and n/s head lamp out put's poor
    • NoteWashers leaking, cant see from were

  19. Pass115,543 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    115,543 miles
    Test number
    377945281273
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front inner arch plastic worn away

  20. Fail115,541 miles (+7,108)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,541 miles
    Test number
    128144781273
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front inner arch plastic worn away

  21. Pass108,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    442805410402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail108,433 miles (+6,948)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    872203410324
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar upside down
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low

  23. Pass101,485 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    101,485 miles
    Test number
    992007089280
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteSlight stiffness in offside handbrake mechanism

  24. Fail101,482 miles (+8,575)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,482 miles
    Test number
    343106089277
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteSlight stiffness in offside handbrake mechanism

  25. Pass92,907 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    92,907 miles
    Test number
    222187988296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail92,804 miles (+10,891)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,804 miles
    Test number
    394774788447
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePuncture in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear number plate discoloured
    • NoteWear in front wishbone bushes

  27. Pass81,913 miles (+279)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    81,913 miles
    Test number
    671231197261
    • NoteWear in front wishbone bushes
    • NoteWear on front discs

  28. Fail81,634 miles (+11,895)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,634 miles
    Test number
    733548867256
    • FailureFront Lower Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteWear in front wishbone bushes
    • NoteWear on front discs

  29. Pass69,739 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    121083466281
    • NoteDamage on nearside front wheel rim
    • NoteFront subframe tie bar loose
    • NoteSlight damage on offside mirror
    • NoteWear in front wishbone bushes

Questions about S3 DJU

Does S3 DJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 DJU is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 DJU?
The MOT on S3 DJU is valid until 6 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 DJU done?
S3 DJU was recorded at 143,394 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 3,785 miles a year.
Has S3 DJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 DJU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 DJU 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 DJU find?
S3 DJU passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; all suspension components corroded; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor, and 3 more.

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