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R16 LAF

2007 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,025 mi
Last recorded55,025 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2007 Audi S378,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 LAF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 55,025 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 48,550 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 37,604 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 26,719 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2010 26,719 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Rear 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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R16 LAF is a 2007 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 78,992 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 R16 LAF, 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 19 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 R16 LAF registered?

R16 LAF is a 2007 Audi S3, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is R16 LAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 LAF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R16 LAF have outstanding finance?

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