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Y451 MES

2001 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,242 mi
Last recorded119,242 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2020
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY451 MES
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2020 119,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under neef front and rear little rasty

Pass 2 Jan 2019 114,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 114,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 124,549 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 114,384 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 112,850 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 110,225 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 107,280 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 103,544 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres slightly cracked

Fail 25 Jul 2012 103,540 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres slightly cracked

Pass 23 Jul 2011 85,627 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 69,009 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 56,113 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 48,127 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 40,009 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 33,154 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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Y451 MES is a 2001 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y451 MES, 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 Y451 MES registered?

Y451 MES is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 24 July 2001.

Is Y451 MES safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y451 MES shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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