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HG12 MXC

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 2480cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

124,695 mi
Last recorded124,695 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 MXC
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,480cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 124,695 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 124,694 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 117,016 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 109,181 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 99,470 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 89,448 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 85,060 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 74,976 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 64,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2017 52,877 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 39,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 25,881 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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HG12 MXC is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black with a 2,480cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HG12 MXC, 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 HG12 MXC registered?

HG12 MXC is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is HG12 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 MXC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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