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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S3 PBAMOT history

S3 PBA is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 17 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2024.

S3 PBA silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2025
Mileage
144,143 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 PBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 PBA was last recorded at 144,143 miles on 23 Apr 2024, 3,713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,430 miles · 19 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,713 miles
Average per year
6,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,143 miles
  • 2023 – 140,430 miles
  • 2022 – 140,155 miles
  • 2021 – 132,489 miles
  • 2020 – 127,774 miles
  • 2017 – 114,039 miles
  • 2016 – 108,560 miles
  • 2015 – 104,109 miles
  • 2014 – 99,246 miles
  • 2013 – 93,930 miles
  • 2012 – 87,817 miles
  • 2011 – 81,721 miles
  • 2010 – 76,443 miles
  • 2009 – 56,833 miles
  • 2008 – 26,624 miles
  • 2007 – 23,774 miles
  • 2006 – 20,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,143 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front wings corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,143 miles (+3,713)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,143 miles
    Test number
    715411302381
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass140,430 miles (+26)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,430 miles
    Test number
    836996803385
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Fail140,404 miles (+249)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,404 miles
    Test number
    411404594253
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Fail140,155 miles (+7,666)1 dangerous14 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,155 miles
    Test number
    230256114051
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative sensor rod detached (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative level sensor rod insecure (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass132,489 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    421826894761
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight level sensor rods broken but in correct position
  6. Fail132,489 miles (+4,715)8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    535530641183
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight level sensor rods broken but in correct position
  7. Pass127,774 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    127,774 miles
    Test number
    709323715740
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Fail127,668 miles (+13,629)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,668 miles
    Test number
    355681896328
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  9. Pass114,039 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,039 miles
    Test number
    888601593754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail114,037 miles (+8)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,037 miles
    Test number
    353135089450
    • FailureEmissions not tested over heat (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Fail114,029 miles (+5,469)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,029 miles
    Test number
    834896691439
    • FailureEmissions not tested over heat (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  12. Pass108,560 miles (+4,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,560 miles
    Test number
    261709279737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass104,109 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,109 miles
    Test number
    867517415112
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  14. Fail104,109 miles (+4,863)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,109 miles
    Test number
    658311815185
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  15. Pass99,246 miles (+5,316)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,246 miles
    Test number
    718583314181
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine management light on
  16. Pass93,930 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,930 miles
    Test number
    125979403112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail93,930 miles (+6,113)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,930 miles
    Test number
    936416603181
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass87,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,817 miles
    Test number
    915681302179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,817 miles (+6,096)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,817 miles
    Test number
    158756692085
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
  20. Fail81,721 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,721 miles
    Test number
    335126771063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  21. Pass81,721 miles (+5,278)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,721 miles
    Test number
    825066271065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,443 miles (+19,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    76,443 miles
    Test number
    830807920175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,833 miles
    Test number
    213399749489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,833 miles (+30,209)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,833 miles
    Test number
    311598149155
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass26,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,624 miles
    Test number
    783178888068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,624 miles (+2,850)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,624 miles
    Test number
    164895288485
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  27. Pass23,774 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,774 miles
    Test number
    302511247186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,418 miles
    Test number
    613122846159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 PBA

Does S3 PBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 PBA expired on 18 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 PBA?
The MOT on S3 PBA expired on 18 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 PBA done?
S3 PBA was recorded at 144,143 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2024, an average of 6,904 miles a year.
Has S3 PBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 PBA has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S3 PBA 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 PBA find?
S3 PBA passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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