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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 TMMMOT history

S3 TMM is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 159,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2025
Mileage
159,330 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 TMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 TMM was last recorded at 159,330 miles on 4 Jan 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Mar 2014: 12,668 miles, lower than 122,160 miles on 27 Mar 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,328 miles · 3 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,330 miles
  • 2022 – 158,802 miles
  • 2021 – 158,324 miles
  • 2020 – 157,636 miles
  • 2019 – 157,432 miles
  • 2017 – 155,720 miles
  • 2016 – 149,264 miles
  • 2015 – 143,255 miles
  • 2014 – 131,214 miles
  • 2013 – 122,160 miles
  • 2012 – 118,639 miles
  • 2011 – 112,679 miles
  • 2010 – 106,186 miles
  • 2009 – 95,985 miles
  • 2008 – 92,860 miles
  • 2007 – 85,664 miles
  • 2006 – 79,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,330 miles
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,330 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    159,330 miles
    Test number
    427854906300
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail159,328 miles (+526)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,328 miles
    Test number
    367569499967
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass158,802 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    158,802 miles
    Test number
    470859185478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,324 miles (+688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    158,324 miles
    Test number
    115088072295
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,636 miles (+204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    157,636 miles
    Test number
    218191158376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass157,432 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,432 miles
    Test number
    347396150819
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Fail157,430 miles (+1,710)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,430 miles
    Test number
    601306239404
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass155,720 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    155,720 miles
    Test number
    423966944353
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust modified

  9. Fail155,720 miles (+6,456)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,720 miles
    Test number
    436105754094
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust modified

  10. Pass149,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    149,264 miles
    Test number
    158920257559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail149,262 miles (+6,007)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,262 miles
    Test number
    911082905610
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  12. Pass143,255 miles (+12,041)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    143,255 miles
    Test number
    946750016192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight blow centre exhaust at joint

  13. Pass131,214 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    131,214 miles
    Test number
    279725634368
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail131,213 miles (+4,426)2 dangerous7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,213 miles
    Test number
    257810634327
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear seat belts not checked

  15. Pass126,787 miles (+114,119)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    126,787 miles
    Test number
    356444974020
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail12,668 miles (-109,492)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,668 miles
    Test number
    745320374070
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass122,160 miles (+3,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,160 miles
    Test number
    176296583443
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass118,639 miles (+5,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    118,639 miles
    Test number
    346315272063
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass112,679 miles (+6,493)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    112,679 miles
    Test number
    579826241149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,186 miles (+10,201)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    106,186 miles
    Test number
    462870340147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass95,985 miles (+3,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,985 miles
    Test number
    934104439168
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  22. Pass92,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    92,860 miles
    Test number
    430806138155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail92,860 miles (+7,196)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,860 miles
    Test number
    192255538170
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass85,664 miles (+6,650)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    85,664 miles
    Test number
    951384937191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    79,014 miles
    Test number
    453837136149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 TMM

Does S3 TMM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 TMM expired on 3 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 TMM?
The MOT on S3 TMM expired on 3 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 TMM done?
S3 TMM was recorded at 159,330 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2024, an average of 4,554 miles a year.
Has S3 TMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 TMM has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 TMM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S3 TMM find?
S3 TMM passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: indicator switch faulty; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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