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MW56 HZY

2007 Audi S3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

111,317 mi
Last recorded111,317 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi S378,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW56 HZY
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 111,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cover sills fitted

repair covered in under seal

Fail 11 Apr 2026 111,312 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cover sills fitted

Fail 6 Dec 2025 111,278 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 107,219 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 107,174 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure Not attached (1.1.15 (c))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2023 102,608 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 98,421 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2022 98,421 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 90,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 88,658 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 86,952 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 86,952 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 83,849 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 73,547 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 71,678 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 62,728 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 48,600 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 47,941 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 47,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 15 Mar 2013 46,701 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 45,125 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 36,862 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 31,727 miles

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

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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MW56 HZY is a 2007 Audi S3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MW56 HZY, 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 MW56 HZY registered?

MW56 HZY is a 2007 Audi S3, first registered on 3 January 2007.

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