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KX51 CTY

2001 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

73,592 mi
Last recorded73,592 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 CTY
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2025 73,592 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 71,467 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 69,474 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 67,702 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 65,768 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 64,754 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 63,532 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 63,531 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 61,292 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 19 Sep 2017 58,949 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 22 Sep 2016 57,013 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 55,792 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Engine oil level overfilled

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2014 53,944 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 53,944 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 52,156 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 50,404 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 48,999 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 46,613 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 44,386 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 42,309 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 40,316 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 36,876 miles

issued at first test

Fail 4 Nov 2006 36,868 miles

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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KX51 CTY is a 2001 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 97,372 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 KX51 CTY, 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 25 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX51 CTY registered?

KX51 CTY is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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