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T31 LYL

2010 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,716 mi
Last recorded116,716 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi S366,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT31 LYL
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 116,716 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 115,201 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 115,201 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 112,528 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 112,528 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 106,836 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 102,085 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 93,226 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 88,505 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 81,789 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 74,273 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Jun 2018 74,267 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jun 2017 69,381 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jun 2016 64,319 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 59,084 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 52,984 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 43,236 miles

Nearside Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/front tyre wall cut and split

Pass 11 Dec 2012 33,952 miles

front and rear tyres low

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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T31 LYL is a 2010 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2010 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 66,118 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 T31 LYL, 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 16 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T31 LYL registered?

T31 LYL is a 2010 Audi S3, first registered on 8 January 2010.

Is T31 LYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T31 LYL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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