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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

S3 LMXMOT history

S3 LMX is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 4 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 149,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

S3 LMX black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
149,025 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 LMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
4 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 LMX was last recorded at 149,025 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 1,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,366 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,659 miles
Average per year
8,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,025 miles
  • 2025 – 147,366 miles
  • 2024 – 140,113 miles
  • 2023 – 134,119 miles
  • 2022 – 129,257 miles
  • 2021 – 120,282 miles
  • 2019 – 102,340 miles
  • 2018 – 87,050 miles
  • 2017 – 79,428 miles
  • 2016 – 72,995 miles
  • 2015 – 62,414 miles
  • 2014 – 54,550 miles
  • 2013 – 47,032 miles
  • 2012 – 38,016 miles
  • 2011 – 27,692 miles
  • 2010 – 21,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,025 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    149,025 miles
    Test number
    950996352666
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail149,025 miles (+1,659)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,025 miles
    Test number
    243349515448
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass147,366 miles (+7,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    147,366 miles
    Test number
    854525392241
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass140,113 miles (+5,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,113 miles
    Test number
    103559191804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,119 miles (+4,862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,119 miles
    Test number
    789213969831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,257 miles (+8,975)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,257 miles
    Test number
    793676572071
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass120,282 miles (+17,942)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,282 miles
    Test number
    467472302975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,340 miles (+15,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,340 miles
    Test number
    263386596480
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass87,050 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,050 miles
    Test number
    833899328504
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail87,045 miles (+7,617)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,045 miles
    Test number
    998201357055
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass79,428 miles (+6,433)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,428 miles
    Test number
    932195970713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,995 miles (+10,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,995 miles
    Test number
    523291760599
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass62,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,414 miles
    Test number
    295664075132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,414 miles (+7,864)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,414 miles
    Test number
    236044475119
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass54,550 miles (+7,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,550 miles
    Test number
    215455094496
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass47,032 miles (+9,016)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    877397093180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,016 miles
    Test number
    489801672197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,016 miles (+10,324)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,016 miles
    Test number
    985881772157
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,692 miles (+6,307)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,692 miles
    Test number
    645850401203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,385 miles
    Test number
    680262850263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 LMX

Does S3 LMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 LMX is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 LMX?
The MOT on S3 LMX is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 LMX done?
S3 LMX was recorded at 149,025 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 8,287 miles a year.
Has S3 LMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 LMX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 LMX 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 LMX find?
S3 LMX passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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