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Audi S3

White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,984 cc

S3 ORKMOT history

S3 ORK is a white petrol Audi S3 first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 76,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

S3 ORK white Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
76,268 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 ORK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S3 ORK was last recorded at 76,268 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 3,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,461 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,807 miles
Average per year
4,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,268 miles
  • 2024 – 72,461 miles
  • 2023 – 67,956 miles
  • 2022 – 63,555 miles
  • 2021 – 59,639 miles
  • 2020 – 56,033 miles
  • 2019 – 53,141 miles
  • 2018 – 46,570 miles
  • 2017 – 40,931 miles
  • 2016 – 36,475 miles
  • 2015 – 33,126 miles
  • 2014 – 29,330 miles
  • 2013 – 24,733 miles
  • 2012 – 21,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail76,268 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Auto headlight adjuster on suspension arm is broken (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole in the inner wheel arch 30cm with-in spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mil (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail76,268 miles (+3,807)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,268 miles
    Test number
    432075760831
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Auto headlight adjuster on suspension arm is broken (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole in the inner wheel arch 30cm with-in spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mil (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass72,461 miles (+4,505)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,461 miles
    Test number
    923051441906
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass67,956 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,956 miles
    Test number
    751381457267
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail67,954 miles (+4,399)4 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,954 miles
    Test number
    337099092116
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass63,555 miles (+3,916)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,555 miles
    Test number
    824910547767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass59,639 miles (+3,606)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,639 miles
    Test number
    969706383382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass56,033 miles (+2,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,033 miles
    Test number
    734429480548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,141 miles (+6,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    438490639680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass46,570 miles (+5,639)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,570 miles
    Test number
    924382369808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,931 miles (+4,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,931 miles
    Test number
    279670145348
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass36,475 miles (+3,349)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,475 miles
    Test number
    622665840858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass33,126 miles (+3,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,126 miles
    Test number
    133322670403
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
  13. Pass29,330 miles (+4,597)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,330 miles
    Test number
    555345764208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,733 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,733 miles
    Test number
    877950743200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,147 miles
    Test number
    928342742212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 ORK

Does S3 ORK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 ORK expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 ORK?
The MOT on S3 ORK expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 ORK done?
S3 ORK was recorded at 76,268 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 4,211 miles a year.
Has S3 ORK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 ORK has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 ORK 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 ORK find?
S3 ORK failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; headlamp aim unable to be tested auto headlight adjuster on suspension arm is broken; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in the inner wheel arch 30cm with-in spring mounting, and 4 more.

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