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LY07 ELX

2007 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,080 mi
Last recorded111,080 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Audi S378,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY07 ELX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 111,080 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 109,256 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 104,569 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 99,456 miles

EML on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2017 89,044 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 80,777 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 69,644 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 69,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 57,507 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 50,243 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 44,472 miles

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

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 28 Jun 2011 31,438 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 19,327 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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LY07 ELX is a 2007 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LY07 ELX, 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.

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What year was LY07 ELX registered?

LY07 ELX is a 2007 Audi S3, first registered on 4 June 2007.

Is LY07 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY07 ELX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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