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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 RXXMOT history

S3 RXX is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 173,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
173,639 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 RXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 RXX was last recorded at 173,639 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 4,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,015 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,624 miles
Average per year
5,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,639 miles
  • 2025 – 169,015 miles
  • 2023 – 168,682 miles
  • 2022 – 168,642 miles
  • 2021 – 168,297 miles
  • 2019 – 162,235 miles
  • 2018 – 160,374 miles
  • 2017 – 158,467 miles
  • 2016 – 156,419 miles
  • 2015 – 150,498 miles
  • 2014 – 137,635 miles
  • 2013 – 123,688 miles
  • 2012 – 122,991 miles
  • 2011 – 117,707 miles
  • 2010 – 108,759 miles
  • 2009 – 97,057 miles
  • 2008 – 82,346 miles
  • 2007 – 70,687 miles
  • 2006 – 61,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,639 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,639 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    173,639 miles
    Test number
    630165043835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,015 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    169,015 miles
    Test number
    969830373059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,682 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    168,682 miles
    Test number
    757917458517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass168,642 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,642 miles
    Test number
    513900188447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass168,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,297 miles
    Test number
    258800561551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail168,297 miles (+6,062)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,297 miles
    Test number
    522357562759
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass162,235 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    162,235 miles
    Test number
    333892607137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass160,374 miles (+1,907)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    160,374 miles
    Test number
    527183485634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass158,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    158,467 miles
    Test number
    229986409388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail158,467 miles (+2,048)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,467 miles
    Test number
    675047333758
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  11. Pass156,419 miles (+5,921)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    156,419 miles
    Test number
    824444744371
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass150,498 miles (+12,863)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    150,498 miles
    Test number
    878407175032
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass137,635 miles (+13,947)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    137,635 miles
    Test number
    237499874021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRide height sensors disconnected

  14. Pass123,688 miles (+133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    123,688 miles
    Test number
    617762673081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail123,555 miles (+564)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,555 miles
    Test number
    818627463056
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass122,991 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    122,991 miles
    Test number
    166518642061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,707 miles (+8,948)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    117,707 miles
    Test number
    795649861070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,759 miles (+11,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    108,759 miles
    Test number
    371501270004
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass97,057 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    97,057 miles
    Test number
    981393969025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail97,051 miles (+334)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,051 miles
    Test number
    494682159011
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail96,717 miles (+14,371)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,717 miles
    Test number
    813821749076
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,346 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,346 miles
    Test number
    114876268463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  23. Fail82,346 miles (+11,659)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,346 miles
    Test number
    471946768077
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  24. Pass70,687 miles (+9,364)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    70,687 miles
    Test number
    880434577091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    61,323 miles
    Test number
    750687916151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail61,323 miles1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,323 miles
    Test number
    774074396032
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S3 RXX

Does S3 RXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 RXX is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 RXX?
The MOT on S3 RXX is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 RXX done?
S3 RXX was recorded at 173,639 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 5,607 miles a year.
Has S3 RXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 RXX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S3 RXX 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 RXX find?
S3 RXX passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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