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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

S3 RTVMOT history

S3 RTV is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 2 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 140,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

S3 RTV blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,621 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 RTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 RTV was last recorded at 140,621 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,621 miles · 10 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,621 miles
  • 2023 – 133,619 miles
  • 2022 – 116,971 miles
  • 2021 – 100,944 miles
  • 2020 – 95,418 miles
  • 2019 – 92,855 miles
  • 2018 – 90,355 miles
  • 2017 – 83,690 miles
  • 2016 – 71,849 miles
  • 2015 – 62,578 miles
  • 2014 – 52,602 miles
  • 2013 – 48,442 miles
  • 2012 – 37,467 miles
  • 2011 – 34,237 miles
  • 2010 – 27,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,621 miles
  • AdvisoryFront grill and lower skirt damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear washer inoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear wiper missing and motor not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryProtective shields missing and brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,621 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,621 miles
    Test number
    977296255501
    • AdvisoryFront grill and lower skirt damaged
    • AdvisoryRear washer inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing and motor not working
    • AdvisoryProtective shields missing and broken

  2. Fail140,621 miles (+7,002)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,621 miles
    Test number
    243992878437
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended belt will not release / trapped (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront grill and lower skirt damaged
    • AdvisoryRear washer inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing and motor not working
    • AdvisoryProtective shields missing and broken

  3. Pass133,619 miles (+360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    133,619 miles
    Test number
    760556072178
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail133,259 miles (+16,288)1 dangerous5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,259 miles
    Test number
    609957256092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both sides (1.3.1 (c))

  5. Pass116,971 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,971 miles
    Test number
    525617637178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail116,958 miles (+16,014)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,958 miles
    Test number
    272744693558
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,944 miles (+5,526)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,944 miles
    Test number
    449257696282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,418 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,418 miles
    Test number
    767789890100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive weeping leak @ engine around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive weeping leak @ rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail95,418 miles (+2,563)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,418 miles
    Test number
    729293200569
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive weeping leak @ engine around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive weeping leak @ rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass92,855 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,855 miles
    Test number
    751836371139
    • 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))

  11. Fail92,852 miles (+2,497)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,852 miles
    Test number
    635198653866
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  12. Pass90,355 miles (+6,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,355 miles
    Test number
    809842593790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass83,690 miles (+11,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,690 miles
    Test number
    969861269628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass71,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,849 miles
    Test number
    229360054328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,849 miles (+9,271)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,849 miles
    Test number
    509083417427
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass62,578 miles (+9,976)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,578 miles
    Test number
    389378525181
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass52,602 miles (+4,160)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,602 miles
    Test number
    206856824142
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass48,442 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,442 miles
    Test number
    325253353391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    677309893048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,627 miles (+6,160)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    685568293022
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass37,467 miles (+3,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,467 miles
    Test number
    605501702101
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass34,237 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,237 miles
    Test number
    438871001127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,475 miles
    Test number
    620853350024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,475 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,475 miles
    Test number
    224383850090
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S3 RTV

Does S3 RTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 RTV is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 RTV?
The MOT on S3 RTV is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 RTV done?
S3 RTV was recorded at 140,621 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 6,903 miles a year.
Has S3 RTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 RTV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 RTV 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 RTV find?
S3 RTV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front grill and lower skirt damaged; rear washer inoperative; rear wiper missing and motor not working, and 1 more.

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