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DK51 VXO

2001 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,227 mi
Last recorded124,227 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 VXO
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 124,227 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 124,199 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 121,831 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 20 Nov 2015 115,083 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 111,294 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 101,845 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 101,843 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 93,142 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

center exhaust rubber hanger broken

Pass 25 Nov 2011 84,369 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2011 84,341 miles

Outer Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 76,193 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 68,451 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 59,270 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 52,786 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 52,786 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 46,633 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 39,574 miles

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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DK51 VXO is a 2001 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 97,372 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 DK51 VXO, 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 25 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK51 VXO?

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What year was DK51 VXO registered?

DK51 VXO is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is DK51 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 VXO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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