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AD51 XFO

2002 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

177,299 mi
Last recorded177,299 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi S391,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 XFO
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 177,299 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

Rear disc(S) slightly corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2016 177,298 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 176,335 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 168,179 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 160,589 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 148,820 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 128,992 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 110,116 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 92,269 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 74,935 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 56,953 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Jan 2007 55,832 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 55,832 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 49,492 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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AD51 XFO is a 2002 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 91,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 XFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD51 XFO registered?

AD51 XFO is a 2002 Audi S3, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is AD51 XFO safe to buy?

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