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GL56 DWM

2006 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,945 mi
Last recorded68,945 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 Audi S382,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 DWM
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 68,945 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 68,944 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 63,788 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2014 63,788 miles

Rear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 58,889 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 55,913 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 54,723 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 51,470 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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GL56 DWM is a 2006 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 82,700 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 GL56 DWM, 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 20 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 GL56 DWM registered?

GL56 DWM is a 2006 Audi S3, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is GL56 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL56 DWM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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