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X269 ABV

2001 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

109,397 mi
Last recorded109,397 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX269 ABV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 109,397 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 105,460 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 105,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 99,262 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 92,197 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 92,192 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 87,151 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 83,117 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 83,117 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2008 80,891 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 80,891 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2007 72,041 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 65,101 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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X269 ABV is a 2001 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 97,372 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 X269 ABV, 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 25 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 X269 ABV registered?

X269 ABV is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 16 February 2001.

Is X269 ABV safe to buy?

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