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GL61 MXO

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,747 mi
Last recorded89,747 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 MXO
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 89,747 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 88,029 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 86,167 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 83,025 miles

Rear indicators going white

Fail 3 Jan 2023 83,023 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear indicators going white

Pass 20 Dec 2021 77,642 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 72,951 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 72,951 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Dec 2019 68,721 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 68,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick advise discs worn uneven front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2019 62,044 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 47,537 miles

front tyres worn low on edges

rear brake pads worn low 3-4mm

wipers worn

Pass 14 Jan 2017 34,304 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 31,851 miles

child seat fitted, seat belt not checked

Pass 19 Dec 2014 26,263 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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GL61 MXO is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GL61 MXO, 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 GL61 MXO registered?

GL61 MXO is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is GL61 MXO safe to buy?

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