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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

S3 XRJMOT history

S3 XRJ is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 21 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2024.

S3 XRJ blue Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2024
Mileage
160,057 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2024
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 XRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S3 XRJ was last recorded at 160,057 miles on 10 Sept 2024, 10,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2006: 76,195 miles, lower than 76,489 miles on 26 May 2006.
  • 23 Aug 2016: 127,205 miles, lower than 137,261 miles on 10 Aug 2016.

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
149,610 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
10,447 miles
Average per year
4,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,057 miles
  • 2023 – 149,610 miles
  • 2020 – 148,376 miles
  • 2019 – 148,185 miles
  • 2018 – 144,300 miles
  • 2017 – 134,889 miles
  • 2016 – 127,205 miles
  • 2015 – 126,399 miles
  • 2014 – 120,479 miles
  • 2013 – 115,903 miles
  • 2012 – 115,727 miles
  • 2011 – 102,256 miles
  • 2010 – 97,396 miles
  • 2009 – 93,604 miles
  • 2008 – 89,693 miles
  • 2007 – 85,014 miles
  • 2006 – 76,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,057 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • 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))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Headlight washers not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail160,057 miles (+10,447)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,057 miles
    Test number
    337373296456
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  2. Pass149,610 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    149,610 miles
    Test number
    778504903285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail149,571 miles (+1,195)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,571 miles
    Test number
    693798692412
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,376 miles (+62)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,376 miles
    Test number
    751457621354
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail148,314 miles (+129)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,314 miles
    Test number
    728186529868
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail148,185 miles (+3,885)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,185 miles
    Test number
    581735197383
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass144,300 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    144,300 miles
    Test number
    337771572880
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail144,290 miles (+9,401)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,290 miles
    Test number
    853744262230
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass134,889 miles (+7,684)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,889 miles
    Test number
    771574581157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass127,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    127,205 miles
    Test number
    931705623646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,205 miles (-10,056)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,205 miles
    Test number
    262428889766
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail137,261 miles (+10,862)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,261 miles
    Test number
    893457929846
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced both lens misty (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low and cracked
    • AdvisoryRear pads low
    • AdvisoryRear rear discs worn
    • AdvisoryBoth front arms worn

  13. Pass126,399 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,399 miles
    Test number
    357621415477
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail126,391 miles (+5,912)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,391 miles
    Test number
    596231615293
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass120,479 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    120,479 miles
    Test number
    369170624464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail120,479 miles (+4,576)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,479 miles
    Test number
    776550524247
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass115,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    115,903 miles
    Test number
    888181233255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail115,903 miles (+176)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,903 miles
    Test number
    719591033239
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Fail115,727 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,727 miles
    Test number
    438453102437
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass115,727 miles (+13,471)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    115,727 miles
    Test number
    605313102388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass102,256 miles (+4,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    102,256 miles
    Test number
    488889951150
    • 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)

  22. Pass97,396 miles (+3,792)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,396 miles
    Test number
    473759950168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,604 miles (+3,911)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    93,604 miles
    Test number
    913296359140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass89,693 miles (+4,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    89,693 miles
    Test number
    263986338459
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass85,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    951058957162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,014 miles (+8,819)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    864088757182
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass76,195 miles (-294)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,195 miles
    Test number
    821030666121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,489 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,489 miles
    Test number
    231726646199
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Questions about S3 XRJ

Does S3 XRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 XRJ expired on 12 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 XRJ?
The MOT on S3 XRJ expired on 12 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 XRJ done?
S3 XRJ was recorded at 160,057 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2024, an average of 4,568 miles a year.
Has S3 XRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 XRJ has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 XRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 9 Jun 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S3 XRJ find?
S3 XRJ failed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 3 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 11 more.

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