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R4 BGU

2017 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,853 mi
Last recorded71,853 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi S345,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 BGU
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 71,853 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 70,532 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 57,871 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 53,279 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 42,938 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 33,112 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 28,073 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 25,710 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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R4 BGU is a 2017 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 45,591 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 R4 BGU, 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 9 years old, this Audi S3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R4 BGU registered?

R4 BGU is a 2017 Audi S3, first registered on 30 September 2017.

Is R4 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 BGU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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