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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

S3 POEMOT history

S3 POE is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 144,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

S3 POE black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
144,713 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 POE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 POE was last recorded at 144,713 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 8,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,943 miles · 4 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8,770 miles
Average per year
6,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,713 miles
  • 2023 – 135,943 miles
  • 2022 – 118,161 miles
  • 2021 – 99,147 miles
  • 2020 – 98,301 miles
  • 2019 – 97,000 miles
  • 2017 – 94,322 miles
  • 2016 – 89,432 miles
  • 2015 – 86,030 miles
  • 2014 – 76,920 miles
  • 2013 – 69,604 miles
  • 2011 – 57,413 miles
  • 2010 – 44,207 miles
  • 2008 – 28,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,713 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre treads worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre treads worn and starting to deform on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,713 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    144,713 miles
    Test number
    673700427835
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre treads worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre treads worn and starting to deform on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail144,713 miles (+8,770)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,713 miles
    Test number
    690605542517
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid topped up washers (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre treads worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre treads worn and starting to deform on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass135,943 miles (+17,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,943 miles
    Test number
    616265291509
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre treads wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass118,161 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    118,161 miles
    Test number
    967521929947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  5. Fail118,112 miles (+18,965)12 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,112 miles
    Test number
    918173456244
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass99,147 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,147 miles
    Test number
    550833220989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,136 miles (+835)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,136 miles
    Test number
    183447613058
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass98,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,301 miles
    Test number
    267795505389
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust has slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail98,301 miles (+1,301)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,301 miles
    Test number
    832610033341
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust has slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,000 miles (+2,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    526812996817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop

  11. Pass94,322 miles (+4,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,322 miles
    Test number
    979021162658
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass89,432 miles (+3,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    89,432 miles
    Test number
    541365071189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working

  13. Pass86,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,030 miles
    Test number
    718359785197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,028 miles (+9,108)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,028 miles
    Test number
    775039085167
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass76,920 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,920 miles
    Test number
    747532824055
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail76,920 miles (+7,316)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,920 miles
    Test number
    786582024097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass69,604 miles (+12,191)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,604 miles
    Test number
    558005603095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,413 miles (+53)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,413 miles
    Test number
    698420091106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail57,360 miles (+13,153)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,360 miles
    Test number
    377988181158
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass44,207 miles (+15,552)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,207 miles
    Test number
    562730020012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,655 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,655 miles
    Test number
    212986888123
    • NoteLow tread on o/s/f tyre
    • NotePuncture in n/s/f tyre

Questions about S3 POE

Does S3 POE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 POE expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 POE?
The MOT on S3 POE expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 POE done?
S3 POE was recorded at 144,713 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 6,945 miles a year.
Has S3 POE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 POE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 POE 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 POE find?
S3 POE passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre treads worn on edges; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, and 1 more.

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