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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

S3 YJPMOT history

S3 YJP is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 163,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2024
Mileage
163,226 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 YJP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 YJP was last recorded at 163,226 miles on 18 Dec 2023, 607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,619 miles · 24 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
607 miles
Average per year
6,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,226 miles
  • 2019 – 162,619 miles
  • 2018 – 159,442 miles
  • 2017 – 152,552 miles
  • 2016 – 151,470 miles
  • 2015 – 149,476 miles
  • 2014 – 145,874 miles
  • 2013 – 141,018 miles
  • 2012 – 137,437 miles
  • 2010 – 115,146 miles
  • 2009 – 100,815 miles
  • 2008 – 87,258 miles
  • 2007 – 79,379 miles
  • 2006 – 60,683 miles
  • 2005 – 46,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,226 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight blue smoke from exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,226 miles (+607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    163,226 miles
    Test number
    189325382058
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass162,619 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    162,619 miles
    Test number
    428625021954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,442 miles (+6,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    159,442 miles
    Test number
    635854587412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass152,552 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    152,552 miles
    Test number
    663188231767
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail152,551 miles (+1,081)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,551 miles
    Test number
    857443505830
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low Unable to adjust N/S headlamp (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass151,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    151,470 miles
    Test number
    524387337464
    • AdvisorySlight blue smoke from exhaust

  7. Fail151,470 miles (+1,994)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,470 miles
    Test number
    269290209517
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight blue smoke from exhaust

  8. Pass149,476 miles (+3,602)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    149,476 miles
    Test number
    878245285054
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass145,874 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    145,874 miles
    Test number
    685371484068
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  10. Fail145,868 miles (+4,850)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,868 miles
    Test number
    509230484029
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass141,018 miles (+3,581)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    141,018 miles
    Test number
    667578783010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass137,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    137,437 miles
    Test number
    155840482041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail137,437 miles (+22,291)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,437 miles
    Test number
    295559472077
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass115,146 miles (+14,331)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    115,146 miles
    Test number
    741956720263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,815 miles (+13,557)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,815 miles
    Test number
    303529869476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    620625148260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,258 miles (+7,879)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    760315948274
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAdvise o/s front inner d/ shaft boot clip missing

  18. Pass79,379 miles (+18,696)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,379 miles
    Test number
    100962377232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    60,683 miles
    Test number
    632545646267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,683 miles (+14,492)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,683 miles
    Test number
    992068136246
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass46,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    46,191 miles
    Test number
    883315845267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,191 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,191 miles
    Test number
    844279435228
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S3 YJP

Does S3 YJP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 YJP expired on 17 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 YJP?
The MOT on S3 YJP expired on 17 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 YJP done?
S3 YJP was recorded at 163,226 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2023, an average of 6,393 miles a year.
Has S3 YJP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 YJP has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on S3 YJP 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 YJP find?
S3 YJP passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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