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Audi S3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

S3 MKTMOT history

S3 MKT is a silver petrol Audi S3 first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 141,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

S3 MKT silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
141,012 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 MKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 MKT was last recorded at 141,012 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 86,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
54,292 miles · 6 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
86,720 miles
Average per year
5,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,012 miles
  • 2024 – 54,292 miles
  • 2023 – 133,594 miles
  • 2022 – 131,214 miles
  • 2021 – 128,760 miles
  • 2020 – 127,412 miles
  • 2019 – 126,145 miles
  • 2018 – 124,949 miles
  • 2017 – 123,853 miles
  • 2016 – 122,646 miles
  • 2015 – 120,812 miles
  • 2014 – 118,894 miles
  • 2013 – 117,352 miles
  • 2012 – 115,137 miles
  • 2011 – 112,739 miles
  • 2010 – 107,661 miles
  • 2009 – 93,942 miles
  • 2008 – 80,500 miles
  • 2005 – 35,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,012 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge 1.96 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,012 miles (+86,720)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    141,012 miles
    Test number
    302042576951
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge 1.96 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass54,292 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,292 miles
    Test number
    795006167870
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. Fail135,617 miles (+2,023)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,617 miles
    Test number
    524788363293
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed unable to maintain a steady RPM during emissions test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  4. Pass133,594 miles (+2,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,594 miles
    Test number
    921414111990
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight exhaust blow from front section (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass131,214 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    131,214 miles
    Test number
    599376826920
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on undercarriage

  6. Fail131,214 miles (+2,454)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,214 miles
    Test number
    153064029352
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on undercarriage

  7. Pass128,760 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    128,760 miles
    Test number
    114012890789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,412 miles
    Test number
    600794511555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,412 miles (+1,267)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,412 miles
    Test number
    775773584490
    • MajorOffside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minmum

  10. Pass126,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,145 miles
    Test number
    441234728791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,145 miles (+1,196)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,145 miles
    Test number
    925233394145
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum

  12. Pass124,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    124,949 miles
    Test number
    866405743975
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  13. Fail124,949 miles (+1,096)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,949 miles
    Test number
    462005335808
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  14. Pass123,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    414107589182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail123,853 miles (+1,207)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    548011783203
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass122,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    122,646 miles
    Test number
    410526597386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail122,646 miles (+1,834)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,646 miles
    Test number
    710571507254
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass120,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    120,812 miles
    Test number
    117795115252
    • 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. Fail120,812 miles (+1,918)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,812 miles
    Test number
    157605715252
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine oil below minimum

  20. Pass118,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    118,894 miles
    Test number
    285501694400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail118,894 miles (+1,542)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,894 miles
    Test number
    575151594152
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in n/s rear tyre

  22. Pass117,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    117,352 miles
    Test number
    318122783184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail117,352 miles (+2,215)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,352 miles
    Test number
    499962883136
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass115,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    115,137 miles
    Test number
    155874892126
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail115,137 miles (+2,398)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,137 miles
    Test number
    819634992186
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass112,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,739 miles
    Test number
    936994091178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail112,739 miles (+5,078)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,739 miles
    Test number
    629683291121
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass107,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,661 miles
    Test number
    244513780486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail107,654 miles (+13,712)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,654 miles
    Test number
    331213780172
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass93,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    93,942 miles
    Test number
    784170899133
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Fail93,942 miles (+13,442)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,942 miles
    Test number
    462000799100
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  32. Fail80,500 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,500 miles
    Test number
    203370308273
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  33. Pass80,500 miles (+44,731)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    80,500 miles
    Test number
    710260308294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass35,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    35,769 miles
    Test number
    211521985141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 MKT

Does S3 MKT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 MKT expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 MKT?
The MOT on S3 MKT expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 MKT done?
S3 MKT was recorded at 141,012 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 5,230 miles a year.
Has S3 MKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 MKT has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 MKT 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 MKT find?
S3 MKT passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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