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GJ62 YKC

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,069 mi
Last recorded92,069 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 YKC
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 92,069 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 92,069 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 84,264 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 84,196 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 75,773 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 67,403 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 58,539 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 49,379 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 48,162 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 45,492 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 41,933 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 38,336 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 33,619 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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GJ62 YKC is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ62 YKC, 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 GJ62 YKC registered?

GJ62 YKC is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 30 October 2012.

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The MOT history for GJ62 YKC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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