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Audi A3

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

S7 BUVMOT history

S7 BUV is a grey diesel Audi A3 first used on 14 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 168,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

S7 BUV grey Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,682 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 BUV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 BUV was last recorded at 168,682 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,676 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,682 miles
  • 2025 – 160,040 miles
  • 2024 – 154,414 miles
  • 2023 – 143,301 miles
  • 2022 – 135,218 miles
  • 2021 – 129,033 miles
  • 2020 – 125,465 miles
  • 2019 – 125,395 miles
  • 2017 – 92,955 miles
  • 2016 – 82,171 miles
  • 2014 – 67,057 miles
  • 2013 – 52,215 miles
  • 2012 – 44,735 miles
  • 2011 – 36,211 miles
  • 2010 – 26,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,682 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 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users black (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front mountings inner sills both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryMil lampRecorded 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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,682 miles (+6)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,682 miles
    Test number
    282329045120
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users black (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front mountings inner sills both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp

  2. Fail168,676 miles (+8,636)3 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,676 miles
    Test number
    415014816497
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users black (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front mountings inner sills both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp

  3. Pass160,040 miles (+5,626)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,040 miles
    Test number
    598101949682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass154,414 miles (+11,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    154,414 miles
    Test number
    857058050929
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,301 miles (+8,083)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    143,301 miles
    Test number
    400987288345
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass135,218 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,218 miles
    Test number
    905012309447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail135,208 miles (+6,175)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,208 miles
    Test number
    396606410654
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass129,033 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,033 miles
    Test number
    353131408637
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail129,033 miles (+3,568)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,033 miles
    Test number
    999480258439
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass125,465 miles (+70)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,465 miles
    Test number
    543304429808
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring is corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray is loose

  11. Fail125,395 miles (+16,437)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,395 miles
    Test number
    663938209343
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring is corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray is loose

  12. Pass108,958 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,958 miles
    Test number
    882818935822
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail108,958 miles (+16,003)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,958 miles
    Test number
    776844959203
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass92,955 miles (+10,784)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    92,955 miles
    Test number
    915520078283
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySmoke was high at start of emissions test

  15. Pass82,171 miles (+7,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,171 miles
    Test number
    480647363795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass74,435 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,435 miles
    Test number
    883791280251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,057 miles (+7,761)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,057 miles
    Test number
    736594464314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,296 miles (+7,081)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,296 miles
    Test number
    328859604027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,215 miles (+7,480)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,215 miles
    Test number
    129544563025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,735 miles (+8,524)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,735 miles
    Test number
    896913772013
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre

  21. Pass36,211 miles (+9,991)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,211 miles
    Test number
    115797261056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nsr tyre

  22. Pass26,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,220 miles
    Test number
    201452260086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 BUV

Does S7 BUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 BUV is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 BUV?
The MOT on S7 BUV is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 BUV done?
S7 BUV was recorded at 168,682 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 8,659 miles a year.
Has S7 BUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 BUV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 BUV 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 S7 BUV find?
S7 BUV passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users black; exhaust noisy, and 5 more.

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