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WV61 VGJ

2011 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,971 mi
Last recorded124,971 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi S361,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV61 VGJ
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 124,971 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 115,344 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 110,080 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 105,820 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 99,770 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 94,396 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 88,250 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 88,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 81,722 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 77,302 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 67,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 61,693 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 40,158 miles

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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WV61 VGJ is a 2011 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 61,912 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 WV61 VGJ, 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 15 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 WV61 VGJ registered?

WV61 VGJ is a 2011 Audi S3, first registered on 18 November 2011.

Is WV61 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV61 VGJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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