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S3 ESX

2001 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,977 mi
Last recorded103,977 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 Audi S397,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 ESX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2012 103,977 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 103,977 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2011 97,621 miles

front brake discs showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 24 May 2010 91,319 miles

all four tyres starting to crack on inner walls, cords or ply not showing yet. 225/40/18

Pass 30 May 2009 82,667 miles

rear brake discs (inner) pitted but not excessive YET.

Pass 4 Jun 2008 75,303 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 67,554 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 60,972 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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S3 ESX is a 2001 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S3 ESX, 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 S3 ESX registered?

S3 ESX is a 2001 Audi S3, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is S3 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 ESX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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