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GL11 LCW

2011 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,122 mi
Last recorded142,122 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi S361,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 LCW
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 142,122 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to rear subframe and suspension arms

Pass 29 Nov 2024 138,540 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))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

covers fitted preventing a full inspection.

Pass 30 Nov 2023 135,444 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 135,434 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 119,758 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 110,108 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Oct 2020 97,309 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 80,873 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 80,873 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 71,577 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 61,803 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 44,228 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 32,573 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,502 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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GL11 LCW is a 2011 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 61,912 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 GL11 LCW, 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 15 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 GL11 LCW registered?

GL11 LCW is a 2011 Audi S3, first registered on 20 June 2011.

Is GL11 LCW safe to buy?

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