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Audi S3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

V92 ELAMOT history

V92 ELA is a silver petrol Audi S3 first used on 30 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 119,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
119,271 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V92 ELA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V92 ELA was last recorded at 119,271 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 6,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,583 miles · 12 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
6,688 miles
Average per year
4,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,271 miles
  • 2021 – 112,583 miles
  • 2020 – 107,693 miles
  • 2019 – 98,874 miles
  • 2018 – 92,430 miles
  • 2017 – 89,843 miles
  • 2015 – 76,916 miles
  • 2014 – 62,586 miles
  • 2010 – 61,946 miles
  • 2009 – 59,531 miles
  • 2008 – 56,966 miles
  • 2007 – 54,283 miles
  • 2006 – 51,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,271 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction OIL WARNING LIGHT ON LOW OIL IN THE ENGINE AND BAD OIL LEAK (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH SPLIT AND SEPARATING FROM MOUNTING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking UNABLE TO TEST PIPES DUE TO SEVERE OIL ON PIPES FROM ENGINE (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Switch broken on rear /levelling censer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail119,271 miles (+6,688)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,271 miles
    Test number
    516435672746
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction OIL WARNING LIGHT ON LOW OIL IN THE ENGINE AND BAD OIL LEAK (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH SPLIT AND SEPARATING FROM MOUNTING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking UNABLE TO TEST PIPES DUE TO SEVERE OIL ON PIPES FROM ENGINE (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass112,583 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,583 miles
    Test number
    470303553628
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door plastic trim missing exposing an edge on n/s/r quarter panel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail112,580 miles (+29)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,580 miles
    Test number
    989498015768
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Sensor on Nearside front damaged (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail112,551 miles (+4,858)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,551 miles
    Test number
    330688144807
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  5. Pass107,693 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,693 miles
    Test number
    930530393784
    • AdvisorySwitch broken on rear /levelling censer

  6. Fail107,685 miles (+8,811)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,685 miles
    Test number
    442696182321
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board rear back box (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySwitch broken on rear /levelling censer

  7. Pass98,874 miles (+6,444)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,874 miles
    Test number
    235111994418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light misted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner rackend
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass92,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,430 miles
    Test number
    186349064364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,430 miles (+2,587)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,430 miles
    Test number
    322936641802
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass89,843 miles (+12,927)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,843 miles
    Test number
    645442030774
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass76,916 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,916 miles
    Test number
    768427715155
    • NoteN/s headlamp lens slight

  12. Fail76,916 miles (+14,330)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,916 miles
    Test number
    666517515198
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated

  13. Pass62,586 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    626509814111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll flexi hose ferrules corroded

  14. Fail62,578 miles (+632)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,578 miles
    Test number
    507489114191
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll flexi hose ferrules corroded

  15. Pass61,946 miles (+2,415)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,946 miles
    Test number
    344929010383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,531 miles (+2,565)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    59,531 miles
    Test number
    264245619328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,966 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,966 miles
    Test number
    241162828334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,283 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,283 miles
    Test number
    691478917327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    51,047 miles
    Test number
    323007996427
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V92 ELA

Does V92 ELA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V92 ELA expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V92 ELA?
The MOT on V92 ELA expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V92 ELA done?
V92 ELA was recorded at 119,271 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 4,258 miles a year.
Has V92 ELA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V92 ELA has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V92 ELA 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 V92 ELA find?
V92 ELA failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 7 major defects and 1 advisory: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction oil warning light on low oil in the engine and bad oil leak; nearside front integral body structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced jacking point, and 5 more.

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