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Audi A3

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,984 cc

S3 OEPMOT history

S3 OEP is a red petrol Audi A3 first used on 16 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

S3 OEP red Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
158,167 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 OEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 OEP was last recorded at 158,167 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 8,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,973 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,194 miles
Average per year
9,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,167 miles
  • 2025 – 149,973 miles
  • 2024 – 141,559 miles
  • 2023 – 135,242 miles
  • 2022 – 129,103 miles
  • 2021 – 120,450 miles
  • 2020 – 109,160 miles
  • 2019 – 91,143 miles
  • 2018 – 81,604 miles
  • 2017 – 73,637 miles
  • 2015 – 65,627 miles
  • 2014 – 55,252 miles
  • 2013 – 42,122 miles
  • 2012 – 31,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,167 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lower Both Sides (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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,167 miles (+8,194)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    158,167 miles
    Test number
    725105943512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lower Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass149,973 miles (+8,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    149,973 miles
    Test number
    965550341716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,559 miles (+6,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,559 miles
    Test number
    631033651925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,242 miles (+6,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,242 miles
    Test number
    350248177193
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass129,103 miles (+8,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,103 miles
    Test number
    917106449106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass120,450 miles (+11,290)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,450 miles
    Test number
    226450842469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,160 miles (+18,017)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,160 miles
    Test number
    503759449855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,143 miles
    Test number
    832611124622
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail91,143 miles (+9,539)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,143 miles
    Test number
    689719873039
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass81,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,604 miles
    Test number
    877973852189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,604 miles (+7,967)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,604 miles
    Test number
    527985079017
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

  12. Pass73,637 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    73,637 miles
    Test number
    902680308143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail73,619 miles (+7,992)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,619 miles
    Test number
    770072749489
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass65,627 miles (+10,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    622395885633
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass55,252 miles (+13,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    589400704342
    • Note1.All Four tyres worn. OSR @ 1.8mm. 2.Front brake pads worn.

  16. Pass42,122 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,122 miles
    Test number
    198096493278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,243 miles (+6,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,243 miles
    Test number
    919383443035
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass31,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,087 miles
    Test number
    595074112075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 OEP

Does S3 OEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 OEP is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 OEP?
The MOT on S3 OEP is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 OEP done?
S3 OEP was recorded at 158,167 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 9,073 miles a year.
Has S3 OEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 OEP has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on S3 OEP 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 OEP find?
S3 OEP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18, and 4 more.

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