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LY51 EVF

2001 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,741 mi
Last recorded148,741 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 EVF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 148,741 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 134,261 miles

O/S Track rod play inner joint

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

fuel filter rusty

Pass 16 Dec 2013 120,245 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 114,251 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 106,934 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2011 106,501 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 98,048 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front inner drive shaft gaiter split

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front tyre on legal limit

Fail 30 Sep 2009 98,048 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front inner drive shaft gaiter split

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front tyre on legal limit

Pass 2 Sep 2008 86,755 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Aug 2007 72,441 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 72,438 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake warning on dash

Pass 14 Dec 2005 48,960 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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LY51 EVF is a 2001 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 97,372 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 LY51 EVF, 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 25 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY51 EVF registered?

LY51 EVF is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is LY51 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 EVF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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