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Audi S3

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X61 CBWMOT history

X61 CBW is a black petrol Audi S3 first used on 27 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

X61 CBW black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
101,209 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X61 CBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X61 CBW was last recorded at 101,209 miles on 15 May 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Dec 2008: 48,754 miles, lower than 454,878 miles on 24 Jan 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
101,172 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
3,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,209 miles
  • 2022 – 101,073 miles
  • 2021 – 98,608 miles
  • 2020 – 96,911 miles
  • 2019 – 94,598 miles
  • 2018 – 84,549 miles
  • 2017 – 82,021 miles
  • 2016 – 75,260 miles
  • 2015 – 70,326 miles
  • 2014 – 66,725 miles
  • 2013 – 62,997 miles
  • 2012 – 58,781 miles
  • 2011 – 54,542 miles
  • 2010 – 51,788 miles
  • 2008 – 48,754 miles
  • 2007 – 43,174 miles
  • 2006 – 39,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,209 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both shock absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySeat belt mount repair heavily undersealed

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,209 miles (+37)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,209 miles
    Test number
    272177621063
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both shock absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt mount repair heavily undersealed

  2. Fail101,172 miles (+99)6 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,172 miles
    Test number
    318592218791
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both shock absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,073 miles (+2,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,073 miles
    Test number
    305256764433
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,608 miles
    Test number
    739636595856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail98,608 miles (+1,697)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,608 miles
    Test number
    240472476747
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,911 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,911 miles
    Test number
    980969821923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,598 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    94,598 miles
    Test number
    360604521250
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail94,597 miles (+10,048)7 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,597 miles
    Test number
    193397501455
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass84,549 miles (+2,528)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,549 miles
    Test number
    352951951181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    333043118725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,354 miles (+12,094)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,354 miles
    Test number
    183780799417
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass75,260 miles (+4,934)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    579598663073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,326 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    457293615156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,725 miles (+3,728)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    468083574014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,997 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,997 miles
    Test number
    386137043041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,781 miles
    Test number
    545586812066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,781 miles (+4,239)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,781 miles
    Test number
    857446112048
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass54,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,542 miles
    Test number
    599887121060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,542 miles (+2,754)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,542 miles
    Test number
    707691121068
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass51,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,788 miles
    Test number
    160988220453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,788 miles (+3,034)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,788 miles
    Test number
    143465920400
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  22. Pass48,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,754 miles
    Test number
    563247058316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,754 miles (-406,124)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,754 miles
    Test number
    423224458442
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass454,878 miles (+411,704)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    454,878 miles
    Test number
    942834828006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,174 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,174 miles
    Test number
    814526417008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,509 miles
    Test number
    223425806046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X61 CBW

Does X61 CBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X61 CBW is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X61 CBW?
The MOT on X61 CBW is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X61 CBW done?
X61 CBW was recorded at 101,209 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 3,031 miles a year.
Has X61 CBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X61 CBW has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X61 CBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X61 CBW find?
X61 CBW passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 20 advisories: front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 17 more.

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