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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

S7 LKMMOT history

S7 LKM is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 23 Dec 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 113,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

S7 LKM black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
113,922 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 LKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S7 LKM was last recorded at 113,922 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 5,838 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,084 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,838 miles
Average per year
6,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,922 miles
  • 2025 – 108,084 miles
  • 2024 – 102,069 miles
  • 2023 – 96,344 miles
  • 2022 – 91,327 miles
  • 2020 – 84,103 miles
  • 2019 – 75,133 miles
  • 2018 – 68,882 miles
  • 2017 – 61,569 miles
  • 2015 – 51,626 miles
  • 2014 – 43,655 miles
  • 2013 – 36,017 miles
  • 2012 – 29,792 miles
  • 2011 – 23,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,922 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine covers fitted .

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Under trays fitted .

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very Rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,922 miles (+5,838)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,922 miles
    Test number
    635272537529
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,084 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,084 miles
    Test number
    796064851660
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very Rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail108,079 miles (+6,010)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,079 miles
    Test number
    115426856938
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very Rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,069 miles
    Test number
    254657372144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail102,069 miles (+5,725)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,069 miles
    Test number
    775290363248
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass96,344 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,344 miles
    Test number
    108373571250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,327 miles (+7,224)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    113654143709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,103 miles (+8,970)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    431298249721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,133 miles (+6,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,133 miles
    Test number
    633530687474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass68,882 miles (+7,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,882 miles
    Test number
    942301462535
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted .
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted .

  11. Pass61,569 miles (+9,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,569 miles
    Test number
    258270248437
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted .
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted .

  12. Pass51,626 miles (+7,971)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,626 miles
    Test number
    822797828726
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted .
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers .
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted .

  13. Pass43,655 miles (+7,638)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,655 miles
    Test number
    787416554360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass36,017 miles (+6,225)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,017 miles
    Test number
    195654253332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail29,792 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,792 miles
    Test number
    449685242477
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass29,792 miles (+6,174)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,792 miles
    Test number
    946705442382
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass23,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    23,618 miles
    Test number
    375675151338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 LKM

Does S7 LKM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S7 LKM expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S7 LKM?
The MOT on S7 LKM expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S7 LKM done?
S7 LKM was recorded at 113,922 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 6,349 miles a year.
Has S7 LKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 LKM has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 LKM 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 LKM find?
S7 LKM failed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 8 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 5 more.

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