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Audi S3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 RVHMOT history

S3 RVH is a red petrol Audi S3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 119,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,933 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 RVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 RVH was last recorded at 119,933 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 1,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,553 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,380 miles
Average per year
2,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,933 miles
  • 2025 – 118,553 miles
  • 2024 – 117,503 miles
  • 2022 – 116,127 miles
  • 2021 – 115,513 miles
  • 2020 – 115,234 miles
  • 2019 – 113,510 miles
  • 2018 – 106,317 miles
  • 2017 – 104,584 miles
  • 2016 – 102,506 miles
  • 2014 – 97,786 miles
  • 2013 – 96,116 miles
  • 2012 – 94,660 miles
  • 2011 – 93,987 miles
  • 2010 – 92,510 miles
  • 2009 – 90,867 miles
  • 2008 – 86,662 miles
  • 2007 – 78,026 miles
  • 2006 – 72,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,933 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,933 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,933 miles
    Test number
    480174439871
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,933 miles (+1,380)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,933 miles
    Test number
    386967089608
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working topped up (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,553 miles (+53)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,553 miles
    Test number
    936314159700
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel knock felt at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail118,500 miles (+997)6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,500 miles
    Test number
    526683110725
    • MajorNearside Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 Power steering pipe/hose leaking pump piping (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing all belts & buckles (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage general system pump & pipes wet (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords & nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel knock felt at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,503 miles (+1,376)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    676786502928
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  6. Pass116,127 miles (+614)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    116,127 miles
    Test number
    739306674610
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass115,513 miles (+279)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,513 miles
    Test number
    870439873308
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass115,234 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,234 miles
    Test number
    661921627754
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc lipped and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail115,234 miles (+1,724)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,234 miles
    Test number
    984440725775
    • MajorEmissions not tested C.O Too high on idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Air fitter box loss
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc lipped and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass113,510 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,510 miles
    Test number
    276285096823
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre N,s & O,s

  11. Fail113,510 miles (+7,193)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,510 miles
    Test number
    810886325247
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect N,s & O,s (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear n,s & o,s (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre N,s & O,s

  12. Pass106,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,317 miles
    Test number
    409437369074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail106,317 miles (+1,733)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,317 miles
    Test number
    682623365162
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass104,584 miles (+2,078)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,584 miles
    Test number
    827828082834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,506 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,506 miles
    Test number
    885097464414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,501 miles (+4,715)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,501 miles
    Test number
    356290325630
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass97,786 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    438775704430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,116 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,116 miles
    Test number
    199016603382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,660 miles (+673)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,660 miles
    Test number
    429326502456
    • NoteBoth front brake hose rubber cover cracking
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to limit
    • NotePoor beam pattern front

  20. Pass93,987 miles (+12)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    93,987 miles
    Test number
    446022501385
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDiff is slightly leaking
    • NoteFront and rear disc slightly worn

  21. Fail93,975 miles (+1,465)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,975 miles
    Test number
    759871801383
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDiff is slightly leaking
    • NoteFront and rear disc slightly worn

  22. Pass92,510 miles (+1,643)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    92,510 miles
    Test number
    851374880202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass90,867 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,867 miles
    Test number
    791010189262
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail90,783 miles (+4,121)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,783 miles
    Test number
    483256879284
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass86,662 miles (+8,636)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    86,662 miles
    Test number
    100542788269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,026 miles (+5,719)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    78,026 miles
    Test number
    250885657163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    72,307 miles
    Test number
    144929916197
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S3 RVH

Does S3 RVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 RVH is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 RVH?
The MOT on S3 RVH 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 RVH done?
S3 RVH was recorded at 119,933 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 2,410 miles a year.
Has S3 RVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 RVH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 RVH 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 RVH find?
S3 RVH passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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