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GV57 XHS

2007 Audi S3

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

177,169 mi
Last recorded177,169 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi S378,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 XHS
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 177,169 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 176,617 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 174,263 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 170,629 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 168,001 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 161,624 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2019 154,571 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 141,541 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot weeping slightly

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 141,527 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Outer cv boot weeping slightly

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 129,901 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 129,901 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 116,440 miles

emissions warning light on dash

Fail 21 Sep 2016 116,446 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

emissions warning light on dash

Pass 10 Sep 2015 100,997 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 89,422 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 74,482 miles

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)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 56,939 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 41,139 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 33,240 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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GV57 XHS is a 2007 Audi S3 in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 78,992 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 GV57 XHS, 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 19 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 GV57 XHS registered?

GV57 XHS is a 2007 Audi S3, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is GV57 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 XHS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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