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FY07 SDU

2007 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,469 mi
Last recorded110,469 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Audi S378,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 SDU
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 110,469 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 110,319 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak SIGNS OF PROP SHAFT FOULING EXHAUST. Dangerous (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative link broken (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Video Playing & flashing lights in car while driving. COULD DISTRACT DRIVER

Pass 7 Dec 2020 102,931 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by rear prop coupling (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

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

Rear level sensor broken

Fail 3 Dec 2020 102,931 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by rear prop coupling (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

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

Rear level sensor broken

Pass 2 Dec 2019 96,249 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 83,180 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 83,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 76,622 miles

Oil leak ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 70,895 miles

al shock absorbers showing signs of misting

Pass 14 Dec 2015 62,343 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 62,343 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 53,809 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 48,720 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 43,205 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 36,210 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 34,338 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2011 34,277 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 21,060 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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FY07 SDU is a 2007 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2007 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 78,992 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 FY07 SDU, 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 19 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FY07 SDU registered?

FY07 SDU is a 2007 Audi S3, first registered on 8 March 2007.

Is FY07 SDU safe to buy?

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