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Audi S3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X749 FFSMOT history

X749 FFS is a silver petrol Audi S3 first used on 4 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 129,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

X749 FFS silver Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,763 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X749 FFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X749 FFS was last recorded at 129,763 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,754 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,763 miles
  • 2024 – 129,746 miles
  • 2023 – 128,959 miles
  • 2022 – 128,947 miles
  • 2021 – 127,311 miles
  • 2020 – 125,352 miles
  • 2019 – 123,062 miles
  • 2018 – 120,532 miles
  • 2017 – 117,897 miles
  • 2016 – 114,914 miles
  • 2015 – 111,488 miles
  • 2014 – 106,793 miles
  • 2012 – 103,261 miles
  • 2011 – 98,939 miles
  • 2010 – 92,554 miles
  • 2009 – 84,067 miles
  • 2008 – 78,715 miles
  • 2007 – 69,545 miles
  • 2006 – 60,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,763 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Cooling Loop Under Radiator & Inner Arch Nearside (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,763 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,763 miles
    Test number
    675154199632
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Cooling Loop Under Radiator & Inner Arch Nearside (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail129,754 miles (+8)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,754 miles
    Test number
    461276450319
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass129,746 miles (+787)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,746 miles
    Test number
    649111404178
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  4. Pass128,959 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,959 miles
    Test number
    982637949225
    • AdvisoryBrake Pedal Travel Long But Has Sufficient Reserve Travel
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S Pitted & Slight Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion To Front & Rear Suspension Components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Cooling Loop Under Radiator & Inner Arch Nearside (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S Pitted & Slight Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail128,954 miles (+7)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,954 miles
    Test number
    970970295972
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Levelling Device Missing (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling Arch Liner On Full Lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Body To Suspension Control Arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Body To Suspension Control Arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake Pedal Travel Long But Has Sufficient Reserve Travel
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S Pitted & Slight Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion To Front & Rear Suspension Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Section Corroded Onto Body Flexy Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Cooling Loop Under Radiator & Inner Arch Nearside (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S Pitted & Slight Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail128,947 miles (+1,636)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,947 miles
    Test number
    929134500379
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid No fluid to windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to limit centre of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides Top arms and Lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass127,311 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    127,311 miles
    Test number
    637802098076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail127,262 miles (+1,910)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,262 miles
    Test number
    362125063347
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both lights (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and Outer Boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs Inside faces Outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass125,352 miles (+2,290)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,352 miles
    Test number
    544233705995
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass123,062 miles (+60)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,062 miles
    Test number
    738793234967
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail123,002 miles (+2,470)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,002 miles
    Test number
    171265353478
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass120,532 miles (+2,635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    120,532 miles
    Test number
    589943738462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass117,897 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    117,897 miles
    Test number
    717168964250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail117,885 miles (+2,971)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,885 miles
    Test number
    500801431716
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front indicator slightly discolured
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre on limit on inner edge
  15. Pass114,914 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,914 miles
    Test number
    300604804263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Fail114,895 miles (+3,407)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,895 miles
    Test number
    685171212016
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Pass111,488 miles (+4,695)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,488 miles
    Test number
    736270435030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass106,793 miles (+3,532)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    106,793 miles
    Test number
    706700234085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass103,261 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,261 miles
    Test number
    765008432371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Fail103,236 miles (+4,297)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,236 miles
    Test number
    509536032380
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Gas suspension levelling valve insecure (2.4.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass98,939 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,939 miles
    Test number
    926134841282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,554 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    92,554 miles
    Test number
    360947710210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Fail92,554 miles (+8,487)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,554 miles
    Test number
    194866710291
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass84,067 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,067 miles
    Test number
    831545319263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,715 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,715 miles
    Test number
    751099018235
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  26. Fail78,693 miles (+9,148)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,693 miles
    Test number
    104688908226
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  27. Pass69,545 miles (+8,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,545 miles
    Test number
    334383197029
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  28. Pass60,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    644630296051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail60,759 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    304709886041
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about X749 FFS

Does X749 FFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X749 FFS is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X749 FFS?
The MOT on X749 FFS is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X749 FFS done?
X749 FFS was recorded at 129,763 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 3,512 miles a year.
Has X749 FFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X749 FFS has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X749 FFS 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 X749 FFS find?
X749 FFS passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded cooling loop under radiator & inner arch nearside, and 1 more.

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