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Audi S3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 HBUMOT history

S3 HBU is a yellow petrol Audi S3 first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 64,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
64,441 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 HBU
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
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 HBU was last recorded at 64,441 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,764 miles · 6 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
677 miles
Average per year
1,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,441 miles
  • 2023 – 63,764 miles
  • 2022 – 62,503 miles
  • 2021 – 61,972 miles
  • 2019 – 56,464 miles
  • 2018 – 52,712 miles
  • 2017 – 51,642 miles
  • 2016 – 51,348 miles
  • 2015 – 50,974 miles
  • 2014 – 49,410 miles
  • 2013 – 49,328 miles
  • 2012 – 48,569 miles
  • 2011 – 46,606 miles
  • 2010 – 44,131 miles
  • 2009 – 39,803 miles
  • 2008 – 37,092 miles
  • 2007 – 34,124 miles
  • 2006 – 32,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,441 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTested under wet condition

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 rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,441 miles (+677)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    64,441 miles
    Test number
    256659280317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTested under wet condition

  2. Pass63,764 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    63,764 miles
    Test number
    257938375764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass62,503 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    62,503 miles
    Test number
    329384113455
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail62,503 miles (+531)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,503 miles
    Test number
    808349170723
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass61,972 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,972 miles
    Test number
    661809787602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,910 miles (+4,446)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,910 miles
    Test number
    871071907693
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,464 miles (+3,752)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    800181274140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,712 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,712 miles
    Test number
    586766956996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    52,284 miles
    Test number
    977047085320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,284 miles (+642)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,284 miles
    Test number
    461844273470
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass51,642 miles (+294)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    422035456605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,348 miles (+374)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,348 miles
    Test number
    609615638240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,974 miles (+1,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,974 miles
    Test number
    329060972790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  14. Pass49,410 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,410 miles
    Test number
    776259374220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,328 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,328 miles
    Test number
    315195873215
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail49,327 miles (+758)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,327 miles
    Test number
    968514773266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass48,569 miles (+1,963)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,569 miles
    Test number
    176238272206
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  18. Pass46,606 miles (+2,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,606 miles
    Test number
    569850471294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass44,131 miles (+4,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,131 miles
    Test number
    864001770258
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass39,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,803 miles
    Test number
    244460189200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,803 miles (+2,711)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,803 miles
    Test number
    640159179219
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass37,092 miles (+2,968)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,092 miles
    Test number
    712764428175
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F RACK END.

  23. Pass34,124 miles (+1,466)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,124 miles
    Test number
    294385537132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,658 miles
    Test number
    123246636144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,658 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,658 miles
    Test number
    340586636128
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S3 HBU

Does S3 HBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 HBU is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 HBU?
The MOT on S3 HBU is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 HBU done?
S3 HBU was recorded at 64,441 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 1,616 miles a year.
Has S3 HBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 HBU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 HBU 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 HBU find?
S3 HBU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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