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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

S43 LESMOT history

S43 LES is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 22 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 171,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

S43 LES grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
171,668 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 LES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
22 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 LES was last recorded at 171,668 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 8,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,342 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,326 miles
Average per year
13,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,668 miles
  • 2025 – 163,342 miles
  • 2024 – 155,107 miles
  • 2022 – 143,964 miles
  • 2021 – 128,844 miles
  • 2020 – 111,072 miles
  • 2019 – 76,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,668 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

9 tests since 23 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,668 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    171,668 miles
    Test number
    183119959570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail171,665 miles (+8,323)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,665 miles
    Test number
    248249427978
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass163,342 miles (+8,235)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    163,342 miles
    Test number
    539594471346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,107 miles (+11,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    155,107 miles
    Test number
    122187849282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass143,964 miles (+15,120)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,964 miles
    Test number
    994033428947
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass128,844 miles (+17,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,844 miles
    Test number
    889882321870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass111,072 miles (+34,094)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,072 miles
    Test number
    107756006583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,978 miles (+451)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,978 miles
    Test number
    394843834899
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail76,527 miles1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,527 miles
    Test number
    918785318684
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about S43 LES

Does S43 LES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 LES is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 LES?
The MOT on S43 LES is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 LES done?
S43 LES was recorded at 171,668 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 13,861 miles a year.
Has S43 LES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 LES has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S43 LES 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 S43 LES find?
S43 LES passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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