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OE56 EJO

2006 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

168,878 mi
Last recorded168,878 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi S382,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 EJO
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 168,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 160,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 150,419 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Leak from around boost pipe. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 140,837 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing thin and cracking slightly in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 125,718 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 123,386 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 117,751 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 112,407 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 110,656 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 104,661 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 104,659 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 93,543 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 75,321 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 65,161 miles

Beam deflectors are fitted to both headlamps but DO NOT change beam pattern

Pass 1 Dec 2010 55,459 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 44,765 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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OE56 EJO is a 2006 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 OE56 EJO, 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.

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What year was OE56 EJO registered?

OE56 EJO is a 2006 Audi S3, first registered on 16 November 2006.

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