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LV02 XSP

2002 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,965 mi
Last recorded151,965 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Audi S391,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 XSP
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 151,965 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 151,304 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 137,203 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 130,210 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 126,792 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 119,736 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 110,319 miles

Damage to off side of car

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 110,319 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Damage to off side of car

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 101,674 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 101,674 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 89,689 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2012 89,689 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2011 83,543 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 77,820 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 72,447 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 67,455 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 67,364 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Fail 15 May 2008 67,364 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 May 2007 59,631 miles
Fail 17 May 2007

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 May 2006 52,770 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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LV02 XSP is a 2002 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 91,930 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 LV02 XSP, 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 24 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV02 XSP registered?

LV02 XSP is a 2002 Audi S3, first registered on 15 April 2002.

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