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Y298 RTD

2001 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,077 mi
Last recorded128,077 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 RTD
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 128,077 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 128,077 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

nsf inner cv gaiter split.

Pass 27 May 2011 109,318 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2010 97,078 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 88,918 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 84,813 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 84,813 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 77,416 miles

As detailed on original V.T 32

Fail 16 Aug 2007 77,416 miles

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

Front tyres wearing inside edges of tread

Rear height sensor lever broken

Slight play present hand brake lever mountings

Pass 4 Aug 2006 68,873 miles

As noted on original V.T 32

Fail 3 Aug 2006 68,873 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear suspension height sensor linkage broken

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 46,138 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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Y298 RTD is a 2001 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y298 RTD, 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 Y298 RTD registered?

Y298 RTD is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y298 RTD safe to buy?

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