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Audi S3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 GDEMOT history

S3 GDE is a yellow petrol Audi S3 first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 136,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2022
Mileage
136,603 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2021
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 GDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 GDE was last recorded at 136,603 miles on 27 Nov 2021, 2,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,892 miles · 26 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
2,711 miles
Average per year
4,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 136,603 miles
  • 2019 – 133,892 miles
  • 2013 – 126,956 miles
  • 2012 – 118,739 miles
  • 2011 – 108,341 miles
  • 2010 – 101,636 miles
  • 2009 – 97,012 miles
  • 2008 – 88,064 miles
  • 2007 – 79,484 miles
  • 2006 – 70,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,603 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Headlamp cleaning device inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Clutch pedal sticks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Pas door trim loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,603 miles (+2,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,603 miles
    Test number
    695842146197
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass133,892 miles (+7)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,892 miles
    Test number
    439238380899
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal sticks
    • AdvisoryPas door trim loose

  3. Fail133,885 miles (+6,929)8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,885 miles
    Test number
    641645234940
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal sticks
    • AdvisoryPas door trim loose

  4. Pass126,956 miles (+33)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    126,956 miles
    Test number
    706340703136
    • NoteSuspect n/s rear coil spring broken

  5. Fail126,923 miles (+8,184)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,923 miles
    Test number
    829315793038
    • 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSuspect n/s rear coil spring broken
    • NoteSuspect to cat fitted

  6. Pass118,739 miles (+10,398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    118,739 miles
    Test number
    188223832067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  7. Pass108,341 miles (+6,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    108,341 miles
    Test number
    497382611089
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  8. Fail101,636 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,636 miles
    Test number
    490936430071
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering arm

  9. Pass101,636 miles (+4,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    101,636 miles
    Test number
    902656630070
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering arm

  10. Pass97,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    97,012 miles
    Test number
    542794659021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,012 miles (+8,948)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,012 miles
    Test number
    200124359006
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass88,064 miles (+8,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    88,064 miles
    Test number
    763989748034
    • NoteAdvise new nearside and offside steering rack ends

  13. Pass79,484 miles (+8,719)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    79,484 miles
    Test number
    264526467077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,765 miles
    Test number
    672388816168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,765 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,765 miles
    Test number
    970628616137
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about S3 GDE

Does S3 GDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 GDE expired on 26 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 GDE?
The MOT on S3 GDE expired on 26 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 GDE done?
S3 GDE was recorded at 136,603 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2021, an average of 4,225 miles a year.
Has S3 GDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 GDE has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S3 GDE 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 GDE find?
S3 GDE passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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