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EL51 TYL

2010 Audi S3

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,629 mi
Last recorded103,629 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi S366,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL51 TYL
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 103,629 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 94,914 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 28 Feb 2023 86,894 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 79,195 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 79,091 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 70,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges are cracking and degrading (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges are cracking and degrading (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 63,478 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 54,478 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 45,868 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 33,228 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 22,951 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2015 22,951 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 18,321 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2012 14,104 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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EL51 TYL is a 2010 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 2010 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 66,118 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 EL51 TYL, 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 16 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 EL51 TYL registered?

EL51 TYL is a 2010 Audi S3, first registered on 19 January 2010.

Is EL51 TYL safe to buy?

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