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FA18 BOF

2018 Audi S3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,567 mi
Last recorded110,567 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi S341,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA18 BOF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 110,567 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 99,835 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 86,982 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 86,656 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 71,161 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 71,160 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2021 50,339 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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FA18 BOF is a 2018 Audi S3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 41,650 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FA18 BOF, 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 8 years old, this Audi S3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA18 BOF registered?

FA18 BOF is a 2018 Audi S3, first registered on 25 July 2018.

Is FA18 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA18 BOF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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