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Y107 XGS

2001 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

164,000 mi
Last recorded164,000 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY107 XGS
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2014 164,000 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)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 158,086 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 148,158 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 148,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2011 138,289 miles

both front tyres show slight wear on inner edges

slight wear in n/s rear link bar balljoint

Fail 16 Sep 2011 138,287 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both front tyres show slight wear on inner edges

slight wear in n/s rear link bar balljoint

Fail 22 Sep 2010 129,745 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 129,745 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 120,296 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 120,296 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 18 Jun 2008 115,820 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 115,820 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 109,637 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 103,578 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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Y107 XGS is a 2001 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 Y107 XGS, 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.

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What year was Y107 XGS registered?

Y107 XGS is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 17 July 2001.

Is Y107 XGS safe to buy?

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