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S3 CXR

2000 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,717 mi
Last recorded122,717 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 CXR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 122,717 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 122,406 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 122,238 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 122,234 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 121,892 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 121,853 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 121,009 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 120,715 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 119,559 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 117,635 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 116,054 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 114,656 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 112,659 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 112,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 102,241 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 94,467 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 88,436 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 88,305 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 80,057 miles

n/side rear brake hose very slightly twisted.

rear brake hoses are secure retainer clips could be fited.

Fail 23 Sep 2006 79,642 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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S3 CXR is a 2000 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 101,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S3 CXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S3 CXR registered?

S3 CXR is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 16 August 2000.

Is S3 CXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 CXR shows 20 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 S3 CXR have outstanding finance?

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