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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

S3 XNDMOT history

S3 XND is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 17 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

S3 XND black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
91,475 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 XND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 XND was last recorded at 91,475 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,474 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,475 miles
  • 2024 – 90,156 miles
  • 2023 – 88,817 miles
  • 2022 – 87,266 miles
  • 2021 – 86,321 miles
  • 2020 – 83,698 miles
  • 2019 – 73,654 miles
  • 2018 – 70,997 miles
  • 2017 – 68,419 miles
  • 2016 – 65,946 miles
  • 2015 – 61,697 miles
  • 2014 – 56,897 miles
  • 2013 – 54,302 miles
  • 2012 – 52,123 miles
  • 2011 – 49,944 miles
  • 2010 – 46,490 miles
  • 2009 – 42,584 miles
  • 2008 – 40,818 miles
  • 2007 – 37,736 miles
  • 2006 – 30,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,475 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity rear lights tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear sub frames and suspension components corroded (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,475 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    91,475 miles
    Test number
    107160578573
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity rear lights tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear sub frames and suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail91,474 miles (+1,318)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,474 miles
    Test number
    142620186783
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to the cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity rear lights tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear sub frames and suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,156 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,156 miles
    Test number
    461898210986
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output rear lights tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear shocks worn (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres are wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear suspension arms and subframes are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail90,153 miles (+1,336)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,153 miles
    Test number
    490110649701
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output rear lights tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear shocks worn (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres are wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear suspension arms and subframes are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass88,817 miles (+1,551)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    88,817 miles
    Test number
    932386636747
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass87,266 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,266 miles
    Test number
    713212079503
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail87,266 miles (+945)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,266 miles
    Test number
    435902950180
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass86,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,321 miles
    Test number
    350536646110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,316 miles (+2,618)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,316 miles
    Test number
    252728868165
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass83,698 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,698 miles
    Test number
    369355211409
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail83,697 miles (+10,043)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,697 miles
    Test number
    601529029824
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass73,654 miles (+2,657)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,654 miles
    Test number
    806154957670
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at welded joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  13. Pass70,997 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,997 miles
    Test number
    822117601053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,996 miles (+2,577)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,996 miles
    Test number
    217781929123
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass68,419 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,419 miles
    Test number
    242220727761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,946 miles (+4,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,946 miles
    Test number
    887041892193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass61,697 miles (+4,800)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,697 miles
    Test number
    166526365138
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre out of shape
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/r brake

  18. Pass56,897 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,897 miles
    Test number
    538987664178
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail56,897 miles (+2,595)2 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,897 miles
    Test number
    625722964115
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass54,302 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,302 miles
    Test number
    437081163162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCut in offside rear tyre but not deep enough to reach ply or cord

  21. Fail54,301 miles (+2,178)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,301 miles
    Test number
    188671163179
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCut in offside rear tyre but not deep enough to reach ply or cord

  22. Pass52,123 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,123 miles
    Test number
    848956462176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail52,122 miles (+2,178)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,122 miles
    Test number
    579103362161
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass49,944 miles (+3,454)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    266654051157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,490 miles (+3,906)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,490 miles
    Test number
    304315450191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,584 miles (+1,766)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,584 miles
    Test number
    454063559159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,818 miles (+3,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,818 miles
    Test number
    864898748189
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass37,736 miles (+6,959)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,736 miles
    Test number
    632698427140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  29. Pass30,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    614232736121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail30,777 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    293162736461
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar split

Questions about S3 XND

Does S3 XND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 XND is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S3 XND?
The MOT on S3 XND is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 XND done?
S3 XND was recorded at 91,475 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 3,097 miles a year.
Has S3 XND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 XND has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 XND 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 XND find?
S3 XND passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and rear brake pipes corroded; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on the inner edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on the inner edge, and 3 more.

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