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SW16 YSF

2016 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,817 mi
Last recorded76,817 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi S344,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW16 YSF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 76,817 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 73,535 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 68,583 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 65,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

boot full unable to inspect area

coolant level at min

oil level at min

Pass 21 Nov 2022 49,658 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 46,629 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 40,857 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 37,319 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 28,894 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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SW16 YSF is a 2016 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SW16 YSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW16 YSF?

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What year was SW16 YSF registered?

SW16 YSF is a 2016 Audi S3, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is SW16 YSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW16 YSF shows 9 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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