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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S3 FTWMOT history

S3 FTW is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 18 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2022.

S3 FTW black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2023
Mileage
130,261 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 FTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 FTW was last recorded at 130,261 miles on 25 Apr 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,257 miles · 18 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,261 miles
  • 2021 – 130,248 miles
  • 2019 – 125,714 miles
  • 2018 – 114,383 miles
  • 2017 – 102,895 miles
  • 2016 – 95,780 miles
  • 2015 – 92,513 miles
  • 2014 – 85,161 miles
  • 2013 – 78,316 miles
  • 2012 – 72,138 miles
  • 2011 – 69,041 miles
  • 2010 – 66,547 miles
  • 2009 – 64,061 miles
  • 2008 – 59,825 miles
  • 2007 – 56,300 miles
  • 2006 – 51,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,261 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and worn inner edge, has cut in inner side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm to 3 mm and worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,261 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    130,261 miles
    Test number
    874675827507
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,257 miles (+9)1 dangerous9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,257 miles
    Test number
    702033296965
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail130,248 miles (+4,534)2 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,248 miles
    Test number
    146140767837
    • 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))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass125,714 miles (+34)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,714 miles
    Test number
    409072989385
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and worn inner edge, has cut in inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm to 3 mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail125,680 miles (+11,297)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,680 miles
    Test number
    603257263110
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and worn inner edge, has cut in inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm to 3 mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass114,383 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,383 miles
    Test number
    825185722538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  7. Fail114,283 miles (+11,388)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,283 miles
    Test number
    296514729861
    • FailureEmissions not tested Over heated on test (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  8. Pass102,895 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,895 miles
    Test number
    511463160285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side repeater damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension level sensor damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail102,890 miles (+7,110)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,890 miles
    Test number
    562715041371
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension level sensor damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass95,780 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    95,780 miles
    Test number
    849467731935
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail95,780 miles (+3,267)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,780 miles
    Test number
    768621082842
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass92,513 miles (+7,352)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,513 miles
    Test number
    255270505494
    • NoteRear HID leeling device broken but not obviously ajdusting the aim level
    • NoteSlight movement detected in steering shaft

  13. Pass85,161 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,161 miles
    Test number
    209421104106
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED...

  14. Fail85,146 miles (+6,830)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,146 miles
    Test number
    408380104109
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON...
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED...
    • NoteINNER FRONT ANTI ROLL BAR BUSHS WORN...
    • NoteSPLIT IN OFFSIDE FRONT INNER TYRE

  15. Fail78,316 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,316 miles
    Test number
    575501103120
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCracks in offside rear tyre but not deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteEml light on

  16. Pass78,316 miles (+6,178)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,316 miles
    Test number
    776841203167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCracks in offside rear tyre but not deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteEml light on

  17. Pass72,138 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,138 miles
    Test number
    516702502154
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring tip has fracture but is located insitu ok.
    • NoteVehicle would benefit from tracking and adjustment

  18. Fail72,129 miles (+3,088)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,129 miles
    Test number
    985481602122
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle would benefit from tracking and adjustment

  19. Pass69,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    775335701123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,041 miles (+2,494)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    106293701146
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Fail66,547 miles4 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,547 miles
    Test number
    471933300190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge.

  22. Pass66,547 miles (+2,486)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,547 miles
    Test number
    650473100174
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge.

  23. Pass64,061 miles (+4,236)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,061 miles
    Test number
    630182679051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on inner edges.

  24. Pass59,825 miles (+3,525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,825 miles
    Test number
    963090178078
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass56,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    343436567070
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail56,300 miles (+4,622)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    690666467008
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass51,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,678 miles
    Test number
    731529566066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 FTW

Does S3 FTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 FTW expired on 24 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 FTW?
The MOT on S3 FTW expired on 24 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 FTW done?
S3 FTW was recorded at 130,261 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2022, an average of 4,873 miles a year.
Has S3 FTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 FTW has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 FTW 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 FTW find?
S3 FTW passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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