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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S81 JRNMOT history

S81 JRN is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 18 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 135,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
135,194 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S81 JRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S81 JRN was last recorded at 135,194 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,194 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,194 miles
  • 2024 – 135,194 miles
  • 2023 – 135,194 miles
  • 2022 – 135,118 miles
  • 2020 – 133,648 miles
  • 2019 – 132,931 miles
  • 2015 – 132,764 miles
  • 2014 – 129,483 miles
  • 2013 – 122,792 miles
  • 2012 – 112,942 miles
  • 2011 – 104,397 miles
  • 2010 – 97,599 miles
  • 2009 – 91,395 miles
  • 2008 – 86,238 miles
  • 2007 – 82,365 miles
  • 2006 – 75,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,194 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fittedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2015
  • AdvisoryInsp light on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vehicleRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Inspection light on dash

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Surface rust on underside of vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,194 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    135,194 miles
    Test number
    634461864334
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryInsp light on dash
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vehicle

  2. Fail135,194 miles1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,194 miles
    Test number
    564800379998
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryInsp light on dash
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vehicle

  3. Pass135,194 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,194 miles
    Test number
    168414285995
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryInspection light on dash
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  4. Fail135,194 miles3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,194 miles
    Test number
    584291766222
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryInspection light on dash
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vehicle

  5. Pass135,194 miles (+76)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    135,194 miles
    Test number
    683586771928
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded but secure and not blowing
    • AdvisoryInspection light on dash
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  6. Pass135,118 miles (+1,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,118 miles
    Test number
    804216626933
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  7. Pass133,648 miles (+717)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,648 miles
    Test number
    681330648760
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInsp light on dash
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vehicle

  8. Pass132,931 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,931 miles
    Test number
    751421849098
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted obscuring the view
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail132,930 miles (+166)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,930 miles
    Test number
    186225898227
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted obscuring the view
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass132,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    132,764 miles
    Test number
    554830331923
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Fail132,764 miles (+3,281)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,764 miles
    Test number
    571821186920
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass129,483 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    129,483 miles
    Test number
    368429714394
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail129,483 miles (+6,691)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,483 miles
    Test number
    425559714363
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass122,792 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    122,792 miles
    Test number
    108856223351
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail122,792 miles (+9,850)1 dangerous3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,792 miles
    Test number
    215416123364
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass112,942 miles (+8,545)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    112,942 miles
    Test number
    159009302362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,397 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    104,397 miles
    Test number
    955385921207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,599 miles (+6,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    300002910436
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass91,395 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,395 miles
    Test number
    891436619292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail91,340 miles (+5,102)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,340 miles
    Test number
    923693619260
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass86,238 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    86,238 miles
    Test number
    182091528262
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail86,238 miles (+3,873)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,238 miles
    Test number
    373951028477
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass82,365 miles (+7,334)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    82,365 miles
    Test number
    140281857190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    75,031 miles
    Test number
    403972256167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S81 JRN

Does S81 JRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S81 JRN is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on S81 JRN?
The MOT on S81 JRN is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S81 JRN done?
S81 JRN was recorded at 135,194 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 3,100 miles a year.
Has S81 JRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S81 JRN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S81 JRN 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 S81 JRN find?
S81 JRN passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 8 more.

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