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X343 NRS

2000 Audi S3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,174 mi
Last recorded99,174 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Audi S3100,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX343 NRS
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2013 99,174 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 4 Dec 2013 99,174 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 96,006 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 96,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

traction light on

Pass 5 Jul 2011 79,481 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 78,754 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 78,752 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 74,591 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 66,131 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 63,147 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 52,368 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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X343 NRS is a 2000 Audi S3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 100,702 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 X343 NRS, 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 26 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 X343 NRS registered?

X343 NRS is a 2000 Audi S3, first registered on 2 September 2000.

Is X343 NRS safe to buy?

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