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Audi A3

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 LBTMOT history

S3 LBT is a grey petrol Audi A3 first used on 11 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 166,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
166,314 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 LBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 LBT was last recorded at 166,314 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,308 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,314 miles
  • 2025 – 160,752 miles
  • 2024 – 154,482 miles
  • 2023 – 149,844 miles
  • 2022 – 144,330 miles
  • 2021 – 139,255 miles
  • 2019 – 131,024 miles
  • 2018 – 120,156 miles
  • 2017 – 110,494 miles
  • 2016 – 109,370 miles
  • 2015 – 107,849 miles
  • 2014 – 103,978 miles
  • 2013 – 99,759 miles
  • 2012 – 96,075 miles
  • 2011 – 92,962 miles
  • 2009 – 92,704 miles
  • 2008 – 67,254 miles
  • 2007 – 47,590 miles
  • 2006 – 37,703 miles
  • 2005 – 31,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush deteriorated.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,314 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    166,314 miles
    Test number
    489734123029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,308 miles (+5,556)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,308 miles
    Test number
    981320338117
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Trailing arm bush bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp slightly dull and beam image poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Trailing arm bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,752 miles
    Test number
    899854490624
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail160,750 miles (+6,268)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,750 miles
    Test number
    935120734145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,482 miles (+4,638)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    154,482 miles
    Test number
    206271034702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass149,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    149,844 miles
    Test number
    586455068430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail149,842 miles (+5,512)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,842 miles
    Test number
    625669318435
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass144,330 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    144,330 miles
    Test number
    657415461360
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail144,330 miles (+5,075)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,330 miles
    Test number
    263599558778
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass139,255 miles (+8,231)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,255 miles
    Test number
    224107374697
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone damage. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner clip area seeping grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner clip area seeping grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm / minimum 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass131,024 miles (+2)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,024 miles
    Test number
    996322549924
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Now worn to minimum requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall badly split. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Fail131,022 miles (+10,866)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,022 miles
    Test number
    698608454260
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Now worn to minimum requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall badly split. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass120,156 miles (+9,662)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,156 miles
    Test number
    871997418765
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass110,494 miles (+1,124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,494 miles
    Test number
    979117302531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass109,370 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,370 miles
    Test number
    849252842057
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate shorter than standard but has correct spacing's and border
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is split

  16. Fail109,368 miles (+1,519)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,368 miles
    Test number
    228712471145
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate is shorter than standard
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is split

  17. Pass107,849 miles (+3,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,849 miles
    Test number
    529561835237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail103,978 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,978 miles
    Test number
    796311024201
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass103,978 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,978 miles
    Test number
    806091324289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,944 miles (+4,185)3 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,944 miles
    Test number
    735339514172
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureCoil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront pads and discs worn
    • NoteFront springs corroded
    • NoteMovement in both front top suspension mounts advise replace
    • NoteOff side front suspension arm rear bush worn
    • NoteOff side front tyre 3mm and near side rear
    • NoteTested in the wet

  21. Pass99,759 miles (+3,684)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,759 miles
    Test number
    308007883012
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsf spot light damaged
    • NoteSlight play in rack

  22. Pass96,075 miles (+3,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    96,075 miles
    Test number
    806816562086
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass92,962 miles (+258)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,962 miles
    Test number
    928076331005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f fog lamp broken
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall splitting
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall splitting
    • NoteRear discs coroded on inner face

  24. Pass92,704 miles (+25,450)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    92,704 miles
    Test number
    453014569490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  25. Pass67,254 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    67,254 miles
    Test number
    191650638360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,096 miles (+19,506)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,096 miles
    Test number
    824397328394
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass47,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,590 miles
    Test number
    451681837414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Fail47,590 miles (+9,887)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,590 miles
    Test number
    530038627365
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass37,703 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,703 miles
    Test number
    604564936315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass31,674 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    260026225342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S3 LBT

Does S3 LBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 LBT is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 LBT?
The MOT on S3 LBT is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 LBT done?
S3 LBT was recorded at 166,314 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 6,548 miles a year.
Has S3 LBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 LBT has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 LBT 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 LBT find?
S3 LBT passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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