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Y38 JRO

2001 Audi S3 QUATTRO

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,089 mi
Last recorded76,089 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 JRO
MakeAudi
ModelS3 QUATTRO
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2008 76,089 miles

front brake discs some corrosion

Pass 9 Nov 2007 71,879 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 71,879 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 58,885 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 58,885 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Audi S3 QUATTRO?

Based on 538 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 5
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 2
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2
Stop lamp not working 2
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Y38 JRO is a 2001 Audi S3 QUATTRO in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Audi S3 QUATTRO fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y38 JRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 QUATTRO typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Audi S3 QUATTRO is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y38 JRO registered?

Y38 JRO is a 2001 Audi S3 QUATTRO, first registered on 16 May 2001.

Is Y38 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 JRO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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