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SS16 LCP

2016 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,368 mi
Last recorded85,368 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi S344,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS16 LCP
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 85,368 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 79,932 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 73,575 miles

covers fitted obstructing view

Pass 1 Nov 2022 65,253 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 57,839 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 57,203 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 57,202 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 54,129 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 41,846 miles

Offside Front Inner brake pad close to wear indicator

Fail 19 Mar 2019 41,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner brake pad close to wear indicator

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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SS16 LCP is a 2016 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 44,761 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 SS16 LCP, 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 10 years old, this Audi S3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SS16 LCP registered?

SS16 LCP is a 2016 Audi S3, first registered on 7 April 2016.

Is SS16 LCP safe to buy?

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