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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

S3 YWMMOT history

S3 YWM is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 18 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

S3 YWM black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,698 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 YWM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 YWM was last recorded at 134,698 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 11,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,775 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
11,923 miles
Average per year
7,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,698 miles
  • 2025 – 122,437 miles
  • 2024 – 118,594 miles
  • 2023 – 113,642 miles
  • 2022 – 107,758 miles
  • 2021 – 101,810 miles
  • 2020 – 94,085 miles
  • 2019 – 80,339 miles
  • 2018 – 68,664 miles
  • 2016 – 57,924 miles
  • 2015 – 52,058 miles
  • 2014 – 41,808 miles
  • 2013 – 30,950 miles
  • 2012 – 26,891 miles
  • 2011 – 22,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,698 miles
  • AdvisoryManufacturer body covers fitted restricting inspection of body/chassis/pipes
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNon standard number plates fitted

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,698 miles (+11,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,698 miles
    Test number
    872660385786
    • AdvisoryManufacturer body covers fitted restricting inspection of body/chassis/pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNon standard number plates fitted

  2. Pass122,775 miles (+338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    149167493882
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody components corroding

  3. Pass122,437 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    122,437 miles
    Test number
    707625104101
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail122,434 miles (+3,840)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,434 miles
    Test number
    338062574727
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,594 miles (+4,952)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    118,594 miles
    Test number
    400146012170
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,642 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,642 miles
    Test number
    239456917901
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail113,642 miles (+5,884)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,642 miles
    Test number
    179676300470
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass107,758 miles (+5,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    130222727525
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass101,810 miles (+7,725)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,810 miles
    Test number
    805041591179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass94,085 miles (+13,746)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,085 miles
    Test number
    552081272228
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass80,339 miles (+11,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,339 miles
    Test number
    424538335258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has splits in sidewalls no cords exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has splits in inner sidewall no cords exposed

  12. Pass68,664 miles (+294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,664 miles
    Test number
    443847133962
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySpring lowering kit fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage

  13. Fail68,370 miles (+10,446)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,370 miles
    Test number
    511773697358
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySpring lowering kit fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage

  14. Pass57,924 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,924 miles
    Test number
    596710752770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,058 miles (+3,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,058 miles
    Test number
    387420178679
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with modified lowered suspension,exhaust system

  16. Pass49,047 miles (+7,239)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,047 miles
    Test number
    858008925085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear alloy buckled slightly
    • NoteVehicle is fitted with modified lowered suspension

  17. Pass41,808 miles (+10,858)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,808 miles
    Test number
    748435244069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,950 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,950 miles
    Test number
    878305863037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,875 miles (+3,984)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,875 miles
    Test number
    569862023065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,891 miles (+4,469)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    26,891 miles
    Test number
    165189512013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,422 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,422 miles
    Test number
    386129511099
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass22,422 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,422 miles
    Test number
    727939811058
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about S3 YWM

Does S3 YWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 YWM is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 YWM?
The MOT on S3 YWM is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 YWM done?
S3 YWM was recorded at 134,698 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 7,217 miles a year.
Has S3 YWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 YWM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 YWM 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 YWM find?
S3 YWM passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: manufacturer body covers fitted restricting inspection of body/chassis/pipes; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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