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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

S3 VWRMOT history

S3 VWR is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

S3 VWR black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
160,785 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 VWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 VWR was last recorded at 160,785 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,730 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
6,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,785 miles
  • 2023 – 156,764 miles
  • 2022 – 150,555 miles
  • 2021 – 149,772 miles
  • 2019 – 149,211 miles
  • 2017 – 138,602 miles
  • 2016 – 134,409 miles
  • 2015 – 127,244 miles
  • 2014 – 123,860 miles
  • 2013 – 122,289 miles
  • 2012 – 106,467 miles
  • 2011 – 90,368 miles
  • 2010 – 75,637 miles
  • 2009 – 60,596 miles
  • 2008 – 45,505 miles
  • 2007 – 44,137 miles
  • 2006 – 40,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,785 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,785 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    160,785 miles
    Test number
    332201767830
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,730 miles (+3,966)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,730 miles
    Test number
    212789448090
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger Seat slight loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,764 miles (+6,209)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,764 miles
    Test number
    394217751746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,555 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    150,555 miles
    Test number
    789220967703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass149,772 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,772 miles
    Test number
    912825913820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail149,740 miles (+529)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,740 miles
    Test number
    424592204826
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass149,211 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,211 miles
    Test number
    717789892738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail149,201 miles (+10,599)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,201 miles
    Test number
    838883263830
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass138,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    138,602 miles
    Test number
    277482219640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Fail138,602 miles (+4,193)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,602 miles
    Test number
    525829399341
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass134,409 miles (+7,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    134,409 miles
    Test number
    478037221529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low on edges

  12. Pass127,244 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    127,244 miles
    Test number
    995749535211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres worn low on edges

  13. Fail127,244 miles (+3,384)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,244 miles
    Test number
    586827735243
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres worn low on edges

  14. Fail123,860 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,860 miles
    Test number
    346522274409
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass123,860 miles (+1,571)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    123,860 miles
    Test number
    618112774258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass122,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    122,289 miles
    Test number
    139711173216
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail122,289 miles (+15,822)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,289 miles
    Test number
    356931773419
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass106,467 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    668943202280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/side rear tyre outer wall slight cuts

  19. Fail106,467 miles (+16,099)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    707683802265
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/side rear tyre outer wall slight cuts

  20. Pass90,368 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,368 miles
    Test number
    229976901207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail90,338 miles (+14,701)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,338 miles
    Test number
    436570601235
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass75,637 miles (+15,041)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    75,637 miles
    Test number
    980221100254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,596 miles (+15,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,596 miles
    Test number
    343129199111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass45,505 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    590473708218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,137 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,137 miles
    Test number
    732904907366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    514726396256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 VWR

Does S3 VWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 VWR expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 VWR?
The MOT on S3 VWR expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 VWR done?
S3 VWR was recorded at 160,785 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 6,376 miles a year.
Has S3 VWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 VWR has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 VWR 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 VWR find?
S3 VWR passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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