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Audi A3

Purple · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

S3 FVWMOT history

S3 FVW is a purple petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

S3 FVW purple Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
115,538 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 FVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 FVW was last recorded at 115,538 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 5,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,904 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,634 miles
Average per year
5,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,538 miles
  • 2025 – 109,904 miles
  • 2024 – 101,178 miles
  • 2023 – 91,916 miles
  • 2022 – 84,930 miles
  • 2021 – 73,385 miles
  • 2020 – 71,631 miles
  • 2019 – 68,263 miles
  • 2018 – 63,376 miles
  • 2017 – 55,307 miles
  • 2016 – 48,047 miles
  • 2015 – 43,019 miles
  • 2014 – 38,063 miles
  • 2013 – 32,703 miles
  • 2012 – 27,502 miles
  • 2011 – 22,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,538 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near centre box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake binding .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,538 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    115,538 miles
    Test number
    803020705676
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,538 miles (+5,634)3 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,538 miles
    Test number
    547488685054
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low needs adjustment (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp missing blown bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high needs adjustment (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,904 miles (+8,726)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,904 miles
    Test number
    733299602067
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))

  4. Pass101,178 miles (+9,262)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    101,178 miles
    Test number
    588211549610
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear car seat fitted unable to test seat belt

  5. Pass91,916 miles (+6,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,916 miles
    Test number
    229444067811
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass84,930 miles (+11,545)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    423672549882
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass73,385 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,385 miles
    Test number
    301377106684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,631 miles (+3,368)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    71,631 miles
    Test number
    626895368744
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass68,263 miles (+4,887)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,263 miles
    Test number
    288816340642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,376 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,376 miles
    Test number
    929047796715
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake binding .
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail63,376 miles (+8,069)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,376 miles
    Test number
    460260787426
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake binding .
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass55,307 miles (+7,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,307 miles
    Test number
    140346787895
    • AdvisoryService brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

  13. Pass48,047 miles (+597)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,047 miles
    Test number
    741514912459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    786608560022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail47,449 miles (+4,430)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    637551803361
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass43,019 miles (+4,956)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,019 miles
    Test number
    225556955033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,063 miles (+5,360)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,063 miles
    Test number
    778866254014
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass32,703 miles (+5,201)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,703 miles
    Test number
    809269253095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,502 miles (+4,630)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,502 miles
    Test number
    117346452014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,872 miles
    Test number
    397932451058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 FVW

Does S3 FVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 FVW is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 FVW?
The MOT on S3 FVW is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 FVW done?
S3 FVW was recorded at 115,538 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 5,929 miles a year.
Has S3 FVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 FVW has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 FVW 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 FVW find?
S3 FVW passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front registration plate lamp insecure; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near centre box; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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