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Audi S3

Orange · Petrol · 2011 · 1,984 cc

S3 YYYMOT history

S3 YYY is an orange petrol Audi S3 first used on 20 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

S3 YYY orange Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,638 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 YYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 YYY was last recorded at 116,638 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 8,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,013 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,625 miles
Average per year
7,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,638 miles
  • 2024 – 108,013 miles
  • 2023 – 103,061 miles
  • 2022 – 100,922 miles
  • 2021 – 96,406 miles
  • 2020 – 92,451 miles
  • 2019 – 71,088 miles
  • 2018 – 61,120 miles
  • 2017 – 52,133 miles
  • 2016 – 46,714 miles
  • 2015 – 40,232 miles
  • 2014 – 31,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,638 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine bay covers and full undertrays fitted obscuring full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underside of vehicle has been wax oiled

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Various rear chassis components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,638 miles (+8,625)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,638 miles
    Test number
    904910614200
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass108,013 miles (+4,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    847723721634
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass103,061 miles (+2,139)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,061 miles
    Test number
    235612202788
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle
    • AdvisoryVehicle covered up with body under seal
  4. Pass100,922 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,922 miles
    Test number
    111584113399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush not fully through (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and full undertrays fitted obscuring full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been wax oiled
  5. Fail100,870 miles (+4,464)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,870 miles
    Test number
    873595178379
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached front bush bolt to short (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached front bush bolt to short (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush not fully through (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and full undertrays fitted obscuring full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been wax oiled
  6. Pass96,406 miles (+3,955)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,406 miles
    Test number
    162750984488
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front blade bush split/deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear various rear chassis components corroded
  7. Pass92,451 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,451 miles
    Test number
    597053447794
    • AdvisoryVarious rear chassis components corroded
  8. Fail92,436 miles (+21,348)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,436 miles
    Test number
    685984129862
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel bearing not tested due to brake binding
    • AdvisoryVarious rear chassis components corroded
  9. Pass71,088 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,088 miles
    Test number
    878082366411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,506 miles (+8,386)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,506 miles
    Test number
    244654770500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,120 miles (+8,987)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,120 miles
    Test number
    490132494996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,133 miles (+5,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,133 miles
    Test number
    887955301446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill damage
  13. Pass46,714 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,714 miles
    Test number
    433004037266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,232 miles (+8,334)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    40,232 miles
    Test number
    555707015054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,898 miles
    Test number
    449948114048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 YYY

Does S3 YYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 YYY is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S3 YYY?
The MOT on S3 YYY is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 YYY done?
S3 YYY was recorded at 116,638 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 7,215 miles a year.
Has S3 YYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 YYY has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 YYY 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 YYY find?
S3 YYY passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive transfer box, and 1 more.

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