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EJ12 HYV

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,175 mi
Last recorded121,175 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 HYV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2026 121,175 miles

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear shock absorber cases rusted o/s+n/s

Pass 27 May 2025 104,350 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorber cases rusted o/s+n/s

Pass 30 May 2024 100,636 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 95,050 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 88,975 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 85,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 82,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 76,141 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 68,352 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 59,252 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 49,832 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 39,171 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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EJ12 HYV is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,758 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 EJ12 HYV, 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 14 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ12 HYV registered?

EJ12 HYV is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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