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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S3 KXLMOT history

S3 KXL is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 15 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

S3 KXL black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
96,680 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 KXL
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
15 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 KXL was last recorded at 96,680 miles on 21 May 2026, 242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,438 miles · 16 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
242 miles
Average per year
3,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,680 miles
  • 2024 – 96,438 miles
  • 2023 – 96,038 miles
  • 2021 – 95,042 miles
  • 2020 – 94,072 miles
  • 2019 – 91,747 miles
  • 2018 – 85,014 miles
  • 2017 – 75,875 miles
  • 2016 – 71,078 miles
  • 2015 – 67,456 miles
  • 2014 – 64,502 miles
  • 2013 – 60,251 miles
  • 2012 – 57,615 miles
  • 2011 – 54,079 miles
  • 2010 – 49,359 miles
  • 2009 – 40,234 miles
  • 2008 – 33,923 miles
  • 2007 – 24,147 miles
  • 2006 – 20,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,680 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Light blue smoke when engine warm.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,680 miles (+242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    309660448808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass96,438 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,438 miles
    Test number
    194343175438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,038 miles (+996)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,038 miles
    Test number
    353146088563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,042 miles (+970)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,042 miles
    Test number
    680533369131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,072 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,072 miles
    Test number
    264463186831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,747 miles (+6,733)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,747 miles
    Test number
    777058580210
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass85,014 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    710329215842
    • AdvisoryLight blue smoke when engine warm.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail85,014 miles (+372)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    135653647006
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both front and rear correct ones re fitted for test. (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryLight blue smoke when engine warm.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail84,642 miles (+8,767)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,642 miles
    Test number
    991765499247
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine misfire?
    • AdvisoryLight blue smoke when engine warm.

  10. Pass75,875 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,875 miles
    Test number
    374645904297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,078 miles (+3,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,078 miles
    Test number
    340220068715
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  12. Pass67,456 miles (+2,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,456 miles
    Test number
    680373902880
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSR and OSR tyres worn to 2mm tread depth in places (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs notably corroded (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass64,502 miles (+4,251)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,502 miles
    Test number
    438892374297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,251 miles (+15)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,251 miles
    Test number
    248539163209
    • NoteNSF wishbone bush (rear bush) starting to seperate from housing
    • NoteOSF wishbone bush (rear bush) starting to seperate from housing

  15. Fail60,236 miles (+2,621)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,236 miles
    Test number
    309652263431
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNSF wishbone bush (rear bush) starting to seperate from housing
    • NoteOSF wishbone bush (rear bush) starting to seperate from housing

  16. Pass57,615 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,615 miles
    Test number
    247493272231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,079 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,079 miles
    Test number
    645482071212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,359 miles (+9,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,359 miles
    Test number
    982693630277
    • 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)

  19. Pass40,234 miles (+6,311)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,234 miles
    Test number
    201772619140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,923 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,923 miles
    Test number
    593852648194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,919 miles (+9,772)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,919 miles
    Test number
    424791048131
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass24,147 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,147 miles
    Test number
    203340397034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,147 miles
    Test number
    882978686093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 KXL

Does S3 KXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 KXL is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 KXL?
The MOT on S3 KXL is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 KXL done?
S3 KXL was recorded at 96,680 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,799 miles a year.
Has S3 KXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 KXL has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on S3 KXL 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 KXL find?
S3 KXL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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