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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

S3 KWPMOT history

S3 KWP is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 30 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 203,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

S3 KWP blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
203,954 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 KWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 KWP was last recorded at 203,954 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 2,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,713 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,241 miles
Average per year
6,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,954 miles
  • 2025 – 201,713 miles
  • 2024 – 201,565 miles
  • 2023 – 197,650 miles
  • 2021 – 197,641 miles
  • 2020 – 197,640 miles
  • 2018 – 194,488 miles
  • 2017 – 190,033 miles
  • 2016 – 180,754 miles
  • 2015 – 162,918 miles
  • 2014 – 156,166 miles
  • 2012 – 146,324 miles
  • 2011 – 134,878 miles
  • 2010 – 122,964 miles
  • 2009 – 110,025 miles
  • 2008 – 95,678 miles
  • 2007 – 84,758 miles
  • 2006 – 75,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,954 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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Outer sill corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,954 miles (+2,241)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    203,954 miles
    Test number
    186122691022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass201,713 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    201,713 miles
    Test number
    212196835317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass201,565 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    201,565 miles
    Test number
    174383297879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass197,650 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    197,650 miles
    Test number
    979818214539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass197,641 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    197,641 miles
    Test number
    587414386721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass197,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    197,640 miles
    Test number
    586124149677
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail197,640 miles (+3,152)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,640 miles
    Test number
    520867968762
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass194,488 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    194,488 miles
    Test number
    961295138747
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroding

  9. Fail194,458 miles (+4,425)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,458 miles
    Test number
    455124721542
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroding

  10. Pass190,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    190,033 miles
    Test number
    603565829189
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both on limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail190,033 miles (+9,279)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,033 miles
    Test number
    646487148262
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyres on limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass180,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    180,754 miles
    Test number
    714339755914
    • AdvisoryRear D bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on limit

  13. Fail180,754 miles (+17,836)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,754 miles
    Test number
    517775547383
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear D bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on limit

  14. Pass162,918 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    162,918 miles
    Test number
    796100875001
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail162,918 miles (+6,752)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,918 miles
    Test number
    786689455057
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass156,166 miles (+9,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    156,166 miles
    Test number
    106622374009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass146,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    146,324 miles
    Test number
    909256632110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail146,324 miles (+11,446)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,324 miles
    Test number
    798485632114
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass134,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    134,878 miles
    Test number
    609568951124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail134,878 miles (+11,914)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,878 miles
    Test number
    116657451198
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass122,964 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    501908950157
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s of steering rack

  22. Fail122,964 miles (+12,939)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    804558350156
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s of steering rack

  23. Pass110,025 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    110,025 miles
    Test number
    311797359184
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Fail110,024 miles (+14,346)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,024 miles
    Test number
    732514659192
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass95,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    95,678 miles
    Test number
    974739348035
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Fail95,678 miles (+10,920)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,678 miles
    Test number
    513899048090
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass84,758 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    84,758 miles
    Test number
    194590547017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail84,756 miles (+8,827)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,756 miles
    Test number
    110888637051
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Note0/s/f wing repeater faded
    • NoteFront discs worn and corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit

  29. Pass75,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,929 miles
    Test number
    362940046033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail75,929 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,929 miles
    Test number
    520648136034
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs badly worn and corroded

Questions about S3 KWP

Does S3 KWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 KWP is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 KWP?
The MOT on S3 KWP is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 KWP done?
S3 KWP was recorded at 203,954 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,343 miles a year.
Has S3 KWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 KWP has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2020.
Has the mileage on S3 KWP 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 KWP find?
S3 KWP passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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