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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

S40 GLBMOT history

S40 GLB is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 20 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 155,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S40 GLB black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
155,607 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 GLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
20 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 GLB was last recorded at 155,607 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,607 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,607 miles
  • 2025 – 150,499 miles
  • 2024 – 144,100 miles
  • 2023 – 138,229 miles
  • 2022 – 131,388 miles
  • 2021 – 125,878 miles
  • 2020 – 122,125 miles
  • 2019 – 113,318 miles
  • 2018 – 105,540 miles
  • 2017 – 99,364 miles
  • 2016 – 92,796 miles
  • 2015 – 82,690 miles
  • 2014 – 74,438 miles
  • 2013 – 49,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,607 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/S + N/SRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    155,607 miles
    Test number
    865071549386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/S + N/S
  2. Fail155,607 miles (+5,108)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,607 miles
    Test number
    288673964014
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/S + N/S
  3. Pass150,499 miles (+6,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,499 miles
    Test number
    938306935820
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass144,100 miles (+5,871)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,100 miles
    Test number
    708861547725
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/S and N/S Rear seats
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass138,229 miles (+6,841)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    138,229 miles
    Test number
    111688035100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryClean emissions
  6. Pass131,388 miles (+5,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,388 miles
    Test number
    721220983576
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass125,878 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,878 miles
    Test number
    997668900206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail125,876 miles (+3,751)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,876 miles
    Test number
    975308587927
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass122,125 miles (+8,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,125 miles
    Test number
    808446894894
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass113,318 miles (+7,778)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,318 miles
    Test number
    141747424233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2-3000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass105,540 miles (+6,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,540 miles
    Test number
    515788569482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn and damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass99,364 miles (+6,568)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,364 miles
    Test number
    897905694131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn inner edge
  13. Pass92,796 miles (+10,106)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,796 miles
    Test number
    278755032489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,690 miles (+8,252)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,690 miles
    Test number
    147910275099
    • NoteN/s/f bumper damaged
    • NoteN/s/f tyre damage to outer sidewall
    • NoteO/s/f tyre damage to outer sidewall
  15. Pass74,438 miles (+24,491)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,438 miles
    Test number
    175433384028
    • NoteAccident damage at N/S front bumper/wing
    • NoteExhaust emissions too clean to record
  16. Pass49,947 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,947 miles
    Test number
    188172273023
    • NoteSlight wear in front wiperblades

Questions about S40 GLB

Does S40 GLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 GLB is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 GLB?
The MOT on S40 GLB is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 GLB done?
S40 GLB was recorded at 155,607 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,133 miles a year.
Has S40 GLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 GLB has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 GLB 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 S40 GLB find?
S40 GLB passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s + n/s.

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