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Audi A3

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

S3 NHYMOT history

S3 NHY is a blue diesel Audi A3 first used on 17 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 186,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

S3 NHY blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
186,558 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 NHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 NHY was last recorded at 186,558 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 15,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,829 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15,729 miles
Average per year
8,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,558 miles
  • 2025 – 170,829 miles
  • 2024 – 164,046 miles
  • 2023 – 154,930 miles
  • 2022 – 140,761 miles
  • 2021 – 123,402 miles
  • 2020 – 113,007 miles
  • 2018 – 104,504 miles
  • 2017 – 89,367 miles
  • 2016 – 78,131 miles
  • 2015 – 63,323 miles
  • 2014 – 60,710 miles
  • 2013 – 52,330 miles
  • 2012 – 49,065 miles
  • 2011 – 44,253 miles
  • 2010 – 40,104 miles
  • 2009 – 32,240 miles
  • 2008 – 24,329 miles
  • 2007 – 18,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,558 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated OS+NS

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect OS+NS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,558 miles (+15,729)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    186,558 miles
    Test number
    931164656724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,829 miles (+6,783)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    170,829 miles
    Test number
    189425837157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,046 miles (+9,116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,046 miles
    Test number
    647013474570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  4. Pass154,930 miles (+14,169)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    154,930 miles
    Test number
    684337680023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    140,761 miles
    Test number
    295130958138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail140,761 miles (+17,359)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,761 miles
    Test number
    957239583964
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass123,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,402 miles
    Test number
    541128526123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,402 miles (+10,395)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,402 miles
    Test number
    700673270541
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass113,007 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,007 miles
    Test number
    832532805590
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated OS+NS (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect OS+NS (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail113,006 miles (+8,502)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,006 miles
    Test number
    895230776205
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated OS+NS (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect OS+NS (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass104,504 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,504 miles
    Test number
    325625157626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,499 miles (+15,132)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,499 miles
    Test number
    690493485338
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass89,367 miles (+11,236)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,367 miles
    Test number
    644800396549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,131 miles (+14,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,131 miles
    Test number
    265472504108
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  15. Pass63,323 miles (+2,613)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,323 miles
    Test number
    659686335032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,710 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,710 miles
    Test number
    206412994175
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  17. Pass60,710 miles (+8,380)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,710 miles
    Test number
    317412194183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,330 miles (+3,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    765563693181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass49,065 miles (+4,812)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,065 miles
    Test number
    728951292115
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN BADLY INNER EDGES
  20. Pass44,253 miles (+4,149)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    828652201208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,104 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,104 miles
    Test number
    180670380177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass40,104 miles (+7,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,104 miles
    Test number
    393510180149
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass32,240 miles (+7,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,240 miles
    Test number
    353645389196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  24. Pass24,329 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,329 miles
    Test number
    453012178120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,993 miles
    Test number
    473600887111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 NHY

Does S3 NHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 NHY is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 NHY?
The MOT on S3 NHY is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 NHY done?
S3 NHY was recorded at 186,558 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 8,768 miles a year.
Has S3 NHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 NHY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 NHY 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 NHY find?
S3 NHY passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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