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Beige · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

S3 DSXMOT history

S3 DSX is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,075 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 DSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 DSX was last recorded at 134,075 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 5,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,311 miles · 12 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
5,764 miles
Average per year
5,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,075 miles
  • 2020 – 128,311 miles
  • 2019 – 128,283 miles
  • 2018 – 122,963 miles
  • 2016 – 112,426 miles
  • 2015 – 102,167 miles
  • 2014 – 95,184 miles
  • 2013 – 89,033 miles
  • 2012 – 77,512 miles
  • 2011 – 64,906 miles
  • 2010 – 60,939 miles
  • 2009 – 49,413 miles
  • 2008 – 37,005 miles
  • 2006 – 23,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,075 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drive shaft boot slghtly greasey
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,075 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,075 miles
    Test number
    489740232878
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drive shaft boot slghtly greasey
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail134,075 miles (+5,764)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,075 miles
    Test number
    450605458416
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drive shaft boot slghtly greasey
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass128,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,311 miles
    Test number
    508887533409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail128,311 miles (+28)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,311 miles
    Test number
    596926109511
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail128,283 miles (+5,320)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,283 miles
    Test number
    606525167547
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass122,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    122,963 miles
    Test number
    420397206757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,963 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,963 miles
    Test number
    194239118811
    • FailureNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Fail122,963 miles (+10,537)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,963 miles
    Test number
    160363683288
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass112,426 miles (+10,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,426 miles
    Test number
    888511142730
    • AdvisoryNs track rod end rubber split

  10. Pass102,167 miles (+6,983)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,167 miles
    Test number
    207916875102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,184 miles
    Test number
    708230954167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,184 miles (+6,151)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,184 miles
    Test number
    928447044165
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass89,033 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,033 miles
    Test number
    229497973121
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre outerwall cracking

  14. Fail89,033 miles (+768)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,033 miles
    Test number
    835751173187
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre outerwall cracking

  15. Fail88,265 miles (+10,753)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,265 miles
    Test number
    547794833141
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly cracked and perished

  16. Pass77,512 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,512 miles
    Test number
    995966322182
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Fail77,512 miles (+12,606)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,512 miles
    Test number
    289406822432
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass64,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,906 miles
    Test number
    555693841116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,906 miles (+3,967)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,906 miles
    Test number
    295100941193
    • DangerousBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass60,939 miles (+11,526)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,939 miles
    Test number
    321111640100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,413 miles (+12,408)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,413 miles
    Test number
    223187119107
    • NoteFoot brake spongey
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on limit

  22. Pass37,005 miles (+13,479)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,005 miles
    Test number
    723110288088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,526 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,526 miles
    Test number
    531295946387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,306 miles
    Test number
    714941966203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 DSX

Does S3 DSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 DSX is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 DSX?
The MOT on S3 DSX is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 DSX done?
S3 DSX was recorded at 134,075 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,571 miles a year.
Has S3 DSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 DSX has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 DSX 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 DSX find?
S3 DSX passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front outer drive shaft boot slghtly greasey, and 3 more.

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