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Audi A3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

S56 TDPMOT history

S56 TDP is a silver petrol Audi A3 first used on 12 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 120,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,438 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S56 TDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S56 TDP was last recorded at 120,438 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,428 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,438 miles
  • 2023 – 120,403 miles
  • 2021 – 119,362 miles
  • 2020 – 118,249 miles
  • 2019 – 117,348 miles
  • 2018 – 117,111 miles
  • 2017 – 116,670 miles
  • 2016 – 116,103 miles
  • 2015 – 115,278 miles
  • 2014 – 114,395 miles
  • 2013 – 113,489 miles
  • 2012 – 112,550 miles
  • 2011 – 111,385 miles
  • 2010 – 110,100 miles
  • 2009 – 108,187 miles
  • 2008 – 102,661 miles
  • 2007 – 94,192 miles
  • 2006 – 83,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,438 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight stone chip/cracking in windscreen on passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Front suspension components are corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area has slight oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components are corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all age cracking (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both front brake discs are worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both rear brake discs are worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Number of small stone chips to windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,438 miles (+10)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    120,438 miles
    Test number
    887584123725
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight stone chip/cracking in windscreen on passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area has slight oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components are corroded

  2. Fail120,428 miles (+25)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,428 miles
    Test number
    209141611508
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm rear inner bush has de-bonded and excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight stone chip/cracking in windscreen on passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area has slight oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components are corroded

  3. Pass120,403 miles (+289)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,403 miles
    Test number
    661807344791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,114 miles (+752)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,114 miles
    Test number
    751164871297
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing to bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill has minor impact damage. (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing to bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Minor wear on inner edge of Tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass119,362 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    119,362 miles
    Test number
    773442244465
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail119,362 miles (+1,113)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,362 miles
    Test number
    713520352118
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,249 miles (+901)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,249 miles
    Test number
    447746751427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear axles bushes perished slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gear box area

  8. Pass117,348 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    209497041633
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO N/S/ OUTER SILL
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin PADS WEARING DOWN LOW MORE SO ON N/S/F (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER ARM REAR BUSHES HAVE AGE CRACKING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged TYRE TREAD WEARING UNEVENLY (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM GEARBOX AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail117,348 miles (+237)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    919005253268
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO N/S/ OUTER SILL
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin PADS WEARING DOWN LOW MORE SO ON N/S/F (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER ARM REAR BUSHES HAVE AGE CRACKING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged TYRE TREAD WEARING UNEVENLY (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM GEARBOX AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass117,111 miles (+441)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,111 miles
    Test number
    350115803884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn age cracking. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing slightly unevenly on tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective under inflated
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s outer sill
    • AdvisoryTop suspension mounting has slight movement

  11. Pass116,670 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    637830536023
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all age cracking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs are worn
    • AdvisoryNumber of small stone chips to windscreen

  12. Fail116,665 miles (+562)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,665 miles
    Test number
    333735853622
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all age cracking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs are worn
    • AdvisoryHeavy bind from nearside rear wheel on limit
    • AdvisoryNumber of small stone chips to windscreen

  13. Pass116,103 miles (+825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,103 miles
    Test number
    962276312198
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass115,278 miles (+883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,278 miles
    Test number
    927417145189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass114,395 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,395 miles
    Test number
    569983564148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail114,392 miles (+903)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,392 miles
    Test number
    225343364402
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass113,489 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    113,489 miles
    Test number
    655293973100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass112,550 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    112,550 miles
    Test number
    318102372173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    111,385 miles
    Test number
    279985771133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail111,385 miles (+1,285)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,385 miles
    Test number
    307964871179
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass110,100 miles (+1,913)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    110,100 miles
    Test number
    870193250100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,187 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    108,187 miles
    Test number
    322249639198
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  23. Fail108,187 miles (+5,526)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,187 miles
    Test number
    610678439125
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  24. Pass102,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,661 miles
    Test number
    192794658108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail102,661 miles (+8,469)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,661 miles
    Test number
    901754558123
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  26. Pass94,192 miles (+10,408)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    94,192 miles
    Test number
    282631597195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass83,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    83,784 miles
    Test number
    344905786198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S56 TDP

Does S56 TDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S56 TDP is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S56 TDP?
The MOT on S56 TDP is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S56 TDP done?
S56 TDP was recorded at 120,438 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 1,858 miles a year.
Has S56 TDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S56 TDP has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S56 TDP 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 S56 TDP find?
S56 TDP passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight stone chip/cracking in windscreen on passenger side; front front suspension components are corroded; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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