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Audi A3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S72 AAEMOT history

S72 AAE is a blue petrol Audi A3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 79,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
79,716 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S72 AAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S72 AAE was last recorded at 79,716 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,507 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
209 miles
Average per year
1,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,716 miles
  • 2024 – 79,507 miles
  • 2023 – 79,313 miles
  • 2022 – 78,605 miles
  • 2021 – 77,738 miles
  • 2020 – 76,760 miles
  • 2019 – 75,683 miles
  • 2018 – 74,194 miles
  • 2017 – 72,912 miles
  • 2016 – 71,500 miles
  • 2015 – 69,841 miles
  • 2014 – 69,816 miles
  • 2013 – 67,869 miles
  • 2012 – 65,841 miles
  • 2011 – 62,378 miles
  • 2010 – 59,212 miles
  • 2009 – 56,405 miles
  • 2008 – 52,880 miles
  • 2007 – 51,144 miles
  • 2006 – 45,231 miles
  • 2005 – 39,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,716 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Lower moulding loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,716 miles (+209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    79,716 miles
    Test number
    354035535609
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass79,507 miles (+194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    978189138709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass79,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,313 miles
    Test number
    459797185526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail79,313 miles (+708)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,313 miles
    Test number
    620884493884
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass78,605 miles (+867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,605 miles
    Test number
    588214998916
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired rusty (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass77,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,738 miles
    Test number
    460550827054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail77,738 miles (+978)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,738 miles
    Test number
    240330032700
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  8. Pass76,760 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,760 miles
    Test number
    980491473151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,683 miles (+1,489)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,683 miles
    Test number
    829723646045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass74,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,194 miles
    Test number
    537971194859
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower moulding loose

  11. Fail74,194 miles (+1,282)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,194 miles
    Test number
    615830299724
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower moulding loose

  12. Pass72,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,912 miles
    Test number
    365037028697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Fail72,912 miles (+1,412)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,912 miles
    Test number
    249677417515
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Pass71,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,500 miles
    Test number
    530015075358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail71,500 miles (+1,659)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,500 miles
    Test number
    486030702730
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass69,841 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    157962725400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail69,841 miles (+25)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    547502625046
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail69,816 miles (+1,947)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,816 miles
    Test number
    216257954357
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass67,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,869 miles
    Test number
    437222753359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,869 miles (+2,028)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,869 miles
    Test number
    805971553384
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass65,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,841 miles
    Test number
    375744952329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,841 miles (+3,463)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,841 miles
    Test number
    896833452316
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Pass62,378 miles (+3,166)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,378 miles
    Test number
    147379041356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder tray demaged engine

  24. Pass59,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,212 miles
    Test number
    673510950303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,212 miles (+2,807)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,212 miles
    Test number
    150438140349
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

  26. Pass56,405 miles (+3,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    56,405 miles
    Test number
    144491159330
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass52,880 miles (+1,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,880 miles
    Test number
    623119238357
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Fail51,144 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,144 miles
    Test number
    243644807369
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass51,144 miles (+5,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    51,144 miles
    Test number
    910584307340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass45,231 miles (+5,250)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,231 miles
    Test number
    504933316266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass39,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    39,981 miles
    Test number
    443147815252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S72 AAE

Does S72 AAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S72 AAE is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S72 AAE?
The MOT on S72 AAE is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S72 AAE done?
S72 AAE was recorded at 79,716 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 1,955 miles a year.
Has S72 AAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S72 AAE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S72 AAE 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 S72 AAE find?
S72 AAE passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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