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VE61 XYG

2012 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,603 mi
Last recorded126,603 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi S361,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 XYG
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 126,603 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 121,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 115,457 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 109,605 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 103,027 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 97,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 92,702 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 86,311 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 78,294 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 78,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 69,057 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 59,888 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 52,455 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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VE61 XYG is a 2012 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,758 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 VE61 XYG, 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 14 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE61 XYG registered?

VE61 XYG is a 2012 Audi S3, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is VE61 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 XYG 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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