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Y111 SSS

2001 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,300 mi
Last recorded176,300 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY111 SSS
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2023 176,300 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 175,525 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 175,361 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 174,729 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 172,669 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 168,746 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 154,977 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 151,801 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 137,890 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 126,245 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 115,966 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 98,911 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 92,993 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 91,031 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 88,567 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 86,229 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 73,742 miles

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

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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Y111 SSS is a 2001 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Y111 SSS, 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 Y111 SSS registered?

Y111 SSS is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y111 SSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y111 SSS shows 17 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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