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LK61 ZPH

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,598 mi
Last recorded101,598 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK61 ZPH
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 101,598 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s&o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s&o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 101,598 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect n/s&o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s&o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s&o/s (5.2.3 (e))

splitting to n/s&o/s rear shock absorber bump stops/protective covers

Pass 19 May 2025 97,084 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s&o/s (5.3.2 (d))

splitting to n/s rear shock absorber bump stop/protective cover

Pass 10 May 2024 92,011 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s&o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 2 May 2023 85,836 miles

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

splitting to n/s rear shock absorber bump stop

Pass 23 May 2022 79,470 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 78,154 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 77,795 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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LK61 ZPH is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LK61 ZPH, 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.

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What year was LK61 ZPH registered?

LK61 ZPH is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 1 February 2012.

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