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SV52 YWU

2002 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,553 mi
Last recorded106,553 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2012
Typical for 2002 Audi S391,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 YWU
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2012 106,553 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 106,553 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 101,747 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 85,052 miles

Inner front disc's scored

Rear disc's scored

Pass 12 Aug 2009 75,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 70,037 miles

2x front anti roll barr bushes worn

2x rear springs corroded

front brake imbalance

n/s/f tyre at limit indicators

rear exhaust corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2007 56,566 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 43,155 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 30,398 miles

slight in steering both sides

unable to fully check outer sills due to plastic covers

Fail 8 Oct 2005 30,389 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

unable to fully check under bonnet or outer sills due to plastic covers

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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SV52 YWU is a 2002 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 91,930 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 SV52 YWU, 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 24 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV52 YWU registered?

SV52 YWU is a 2002 Audi S3, first registered on 8 October 2002.

Is SV52 YWU safe to buy?

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