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DY12 HVA

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,288 mi
Last recorded92,288 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 HVA
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 92,288 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 89,244 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 86,341 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 81,929 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 78,629 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 78,629 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 73,976 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 70,249 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 59,540 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2018 59,535 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 53,834 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 48,094 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 41,218 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 34,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DY12 HVA is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black 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 DY12 HVA, 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 DY12 HVA registered?

DY12 HVA is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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The MOT history for DY12 HVA 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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