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RS03 SEB

2012 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,471 mi
Last recorded84,471 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRS03 SEB
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2025 84,471 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 79,579 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 74,531 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 69,981 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 65,604 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 59,567 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 51,474 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 42,308 miles

Bolts missing from engine under tray

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators are pale in operation (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 35,006 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured starting to show white light (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured starting to show white light (1.4.A.2f)

front pads getting low

Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,181 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 19,572 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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RS03 SEB is a 2012 Audi S3 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,758 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 RS03 SEB, 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 14 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RS03 SEB?

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What year was RS03 SEB registered?

RS03 SEB is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is RS03 SEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RS03 SEB shows 11 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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