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Audi S3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V53 DLEMOT history

V53 DLE is a yellow petrol Audi S3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 190,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2026
Mileage
190,086 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 DLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V53 DLE was last recorded at 190,086 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 1,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,793 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,293 miles
Average per year
7,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,086 miles
  • 2025 – 188,793 miles
  • 2023 – 183,248 miles
  • 2021 – 180,520 miles
  • 2020 – 174,144 miles
  • 2019 – 160,748 miles
  • 2018 – 150,504 miles
  • 2017 – 138,986 miles
  • 2016 – 125,648 miles
  • 2015 – 111,218 miles
  • 2014 – 87,186 miles
  • 2013 – 87,138 miles
  • 2012 – 84,930 miles
  • 2011 – 81,192 miles
  • 2010 – 75,068 miles
  • 2009 – 72,145 miles
  • 2008 – 63,788 miles
  • 2007 – 55,362 miles
  • 2006 – 46,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail190,086 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Off side rear and near side rear metal brake pipe showing signs of oxidiation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail190,086 miles (+1,293)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,086 miles
    Test number
    418559708423
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass188,793 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    188,793 miles
    Test number
    987940760437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass183,248 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    183,248 miles
    Test number
    997682022366
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail183,217 miles (+2,697)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,217 miles
    Test number
    899905031172
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi forwards above tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody corrosion on body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass180,520 miles (+6,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    180,520 miles
    Test number
    611310201643
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass174,144 miles (+13,396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    174,144 miles
    Test number
    294731640701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass160,748 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    160,748 miles
    Test number
    424814482520
    • AdvisoryOff side rear and near side rear metal brake pipe showing signs of oxidiation

  8. Fail160,725 miles (+10,221)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,725 miles
    Test number
    158556610746
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod excessive wear (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side rear and near side rear metal brake pipe showing signs of oxidiation

  9. Pass150,504 miles (+11,518)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,504 miles
    Test number
    945673704045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  10. Pass138,986 miles (+13,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    138,986 miles
    Test number
    757966829524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass125,648 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    125,648 miles
    Test number
    755828608359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail125,637 miles (+14,419)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,637 miles
    Test number
    165746388677
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass111,218 miles (+24,032)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    111,218 miles
    Test number
    129060505181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass87,186 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    518244804187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn inner face

  15. Fail87,185 miles (+47)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,185 miles
    Test number
    589800204183
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn inner face

  16. Pass87,138 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,138 miles
    Test number
    235943543446
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f floor pan

  17. Fail87,138 miles (+2,208)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,138 miles
    Test number
    819073243108
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f floor pan

  18. Pass84,930 miles (+3,738)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    917563242104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront nearside floor pan damaged split

  19. Pass81,192 miles (+6,124)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    81,192 miles
    Test number
    309187431190
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear bumper damaged
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteRear discs corroded on edges

  20. Pass75,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    75,068 miles
    Test number
    793633630169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,068 miles (+2,923)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,068 miles
    Test number
    213633930187
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges and tread low

  22. Pass72,145 miles (+8,357)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,145 miles
    Test number
    132281749133
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate stained
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

  23. Pass63,788 miles (+8,426)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,788 miles
    Test number
    233473248141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass55,362 miles (+8,588)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,362 miles
    Test number
    933771347190
    • NoteEngine covers fitted
    • NoteMovement in both front shocker top mountings
    • NoteMovement in steering rack
    • NoteRear discs corroded corroded and worn
    • NoteTested when wet
    • NoteWind screen chipped

  25. Pass46,774 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,774 miles
    Test number
    923674546109
    • NoteBoth front wish bone rear bush in very poor condition < advise replacement >
    • NoteBoth inner sills damaged
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteMovement in steering rack
    • NoteRear discs corroded and worn
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition
    • NoteRear springs corroded
    • NoteSill trims fitted

Questions about V53 DLE

Does V53 DLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 DLE expired on 5 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 DLE?
The MOT on V53 DLE expired on 5 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 DLE done?
V53 DLE was recorded at 190,086 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 7,075 miles a year.
Has V53 DLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 DLE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V53 DLE 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 V53 DLE find?
V53 DLE failed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 8 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; emissions unable to be completed engine overheated; nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour, and 5 more.

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