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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

S3 FHGMOT history

S3 FHG is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 1 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 204,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2024.

S3 FHG black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
204,072 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 FHG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 FHG was last recorded at 204,072 miles on 27 Sept 2024, 2,852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,220 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,852 miles
Average per year
8,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 204,072 miles
  • 2023 – 201,220 miles
  • 2022 – 194,483 miles
  • 2021 – 185,886 miles
  • 2020 – 177,140 miles
  • 2019 – 161,894 miles
  • 2018 – 150,179 miles
  • 2017 – 138,574 miles
  • 2016 – 132,703 miles
  • 2015 – 125,685 miles
  • 2014 – 118,844 miles
  • 2013 – 110,008 miles
  • 2012 – 102,904 miles
  • 2011 – 96,132 miles
  • 2010 – 88,370 miles
  • 2009 – 79,325 miles
  • 2008 – 71,814 miles
  • 2007 – 58,397 miles
  • 2006 – 53,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,072 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,072 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    204,072 miles
    Test number
    725566275605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass201,220 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    201,220 miles
    Test number
    186227311634
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail201,219 miles (+6,736)2 dangerous5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,219 miles
    Test number
    899535375086
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass194,483 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    194,483 miles
    Test number
    364720479356
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail194,483 miles (+8,597)2 dangerous5 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,483 miles
    Test number
    223732186253
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass185,886 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    185,886 miles
    Test number
    636501399253
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront driveshaft cv joints are noisy (heard when driving)
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front wishbone rear bush in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  7. Fail185,884 miles (+8,744)2 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,884 miles
    Test number
    535952149768
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront driveshaft cv joints are noisy (heard when driving)
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front wishbone rear bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front wishbone lower swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  8. Pass177,140 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,140 miles
    Test number
    694248454833
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers are in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth wishbone rear bushes are in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth wishbones lower swivels dust covers are perished
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel bearing

  9. Fail177,136 miles (+15,242)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,136 miles
    Test number
    940689159542
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement caliper (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers are in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth wishbone rear bushes are in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth wishbones lower swivels dust covers are perished
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel bearing

  10. Pass161,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    161,894 miles
    Test number
    899263076817
    • AdvisoryBoth headlaps in poor condition

  11. Fail161,894 miles (+11,715)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,894 miles
    Test number
    605399516963
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlaps in poor condition

  12. Pass150,179 miles (+11,605)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    150,179 miles
    Test number
    995632558660
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside and nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Pass138,574 miles (+8)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    138,574 miles
    Test number
    444180125078
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve broken but not leaking gases

  14. Fail138,566 miles (+5,863)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,566 miles
    Test number
    302087258762
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve broken but not leaking gases

  15. Pass132,703 miles (+7,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,703 miles
    Test number
    361501478405
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass125,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,685 miles
    Test number
    138915035151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail125,685 miles (+6,841)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,685 miles
    Test number
    825105035155
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass118,844 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    118,844 miles
    Test number
    925394844147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail118,844 miles (+8,836)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,844 miles
    Test number
    758993744152
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass110,008 miles (+7,104)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    110,008 miles
    Test number
    457645133189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass102,904 miles (+6,772)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,904 miles
    Test number
    726400542176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass96,132 miles (+7,762)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    528365141184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,370 miles (+9,045)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    88,370 miles
    Test number
    494122930161
    • NoteSlight wear to brake discs
    • NoteSmall chips on front screen

  24. Pass79,325 miles (+7,511)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,325 miles
    Test number
    364787949191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,814 miles (+13,417)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,814 miles
    Test number
    884963688109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,397 miles (+5,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,397 miles
    Test number
    481569087077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass53,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,256 miles
    Test number
    280879576158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 FHG

Does S3 FHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 FHG expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 FHG?
The MOT on S3 FHG expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 FHG done?
S3 FHG was recorded at 204,072 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2024, an average of 8,264 miles a year.
Has S3 FHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 FHG has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S3 FHG 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 FHG find?
S3 FHG passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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