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DK12 SZJ

2012 Audi S3

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,897 mi
Last recorded173,897 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 SZJ
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 173,897 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 165,963 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 155,951 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 138,013 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 116,426 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 107,368 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 107,368 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 96,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limits now (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 78,195 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 68,279 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 62,122 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 62,122 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 45,641 miles

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

camera fitted to windscreen not seriously affecting drivers view

Pass 5 Mar 2015 32,772 miles

Nearside front tyre has light sidewall damage

Nearside front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside front tyre very worn inner edge (tread steps up)

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

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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DK12 SZJ is a 2012 Audi S3 in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,758 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 DK12 SZJ, 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 14 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK12 SZJ registered?

DK12 SZJ is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is DK12 SZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 SZJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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