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R18 TJD

2007 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

132,681 mi
Last recorded132,681 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi S378,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 TJD
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 132,681 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 132,676 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 128,599 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 128,597 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 120,643 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre MARKED

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 114,279 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 114,278 miles

Offside Rear Outer Body panel likely to become detached Sill holed (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2022 109,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 106,101 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 104,483 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 102,593 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 99,423 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 95,000 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 95,000 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 93,437 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 88,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 86,229 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 86,229 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 66,252 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 50,135 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 47,548 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 45,492 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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R18 TJD is a 2007 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R18 TJD, 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.

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What year was R18 TJD registered?

R18 TJD is a 2007 Audi S3, first registered on 7 March 2007.

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