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PFE 273

2011 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,515 mi
Last recorded55,515 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi S361,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFE 273
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 55,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear All Rear suspension corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 55,492 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 55,441 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 55,398 miles

all brake discs have light corrosion.

rear suspension has general corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2022 55,335 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 55,289 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber mount missing. Insecure not able too become attached (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 55,267 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 55,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 54,843 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 47,010 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 41,925 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 35,009 miles

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some component's

Fail 21 Nov 2015 35,009 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some component's

Pass 22 Oct 2014 18,585 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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PFE 273 is a 2011 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 61,912 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 PFE 273, 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 15 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PFE 273 is a 2011 Audi S3, first registered on 29 September 2011.

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