Audi S3 MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

23.1%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Audi S3 vehicles
Based on 6,482 MOT tests
4.9pp below the UK average (28%)

Audi S3 in this age bracket has a 23.1% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Audi S3 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 4.5%
Lamps & Electrics 4.0%
Tyres 2.3%
Brakes 2.0%
Body & Chassis 1.6%
Visibility 0.9%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Audi S3 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 5.5% 3,006 Tyres
3-5 years 6.6% 3,329 Tyres
6-10 years 12.7% 7,206 Suspension
11-15 years 23.1% 6,482 Suspension
15+ years 29.4% 3,638 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Audi S3 reliable?

11-15-year-old Audi S3 vehicles have a 23.1% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Audi S3?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 4.5% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.0% failure risk
  • Tyres — 2.3% failure risk

How can I prepare my Audi S3 for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Audi S3, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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