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2026 Audi S3 Black Edition Tfsi Quat SA Petrol · ME26 LFU

ME26 LFU

2026 Audi S3 Black Edition Tfsi Quat SA (petrol). First registered 28 Aug 2026. MOT valid until 27 Aug 2029.

Make & Model
AUDI S3 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT SA
Year / Origin
2026 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Aug 2029
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Not due
First MOT due 27 Aug 2029
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2026
Engine
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Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

With no MOT record available for this 2026 Audi S3 Black Edition, there is no documented evidence of past pass or fail outcomes, advisories, or deteriorating components, leaving the vehicle’s roadworthiness history effectively blank. The absence of any test entries means a prospective buyer cannot infer a trend of stability or emerging faults from official data; the only certainty is that the vehicle has not yet been examined by a DVSA‑approved centre. Mileage has also not been supplied, so a comparison of annual kilometre accumulation against the car’s age cannot be made. Without a mileage figure it is impossible to gauge typical wear patterns for the power‑train, suspension or tyre life, nor to identify any periods of unusually high use that might accelerate component fatigue. The lack of both MOT and mileage information creates a significant information gap that must be addressed before any reliability judgment can be formed. Given the complete absence of recorded MOT findings, a full pre‑purchase inspection is essential. The inspection should include a visual and tactile check of the front and rear suspension arms, bushings and coil springs for any looseness, creaking or excessive play when the wheels are rocked; a thorough examination of the brake discs and pads for surface scoring, uneven wear or glazed appearance; a functional test of the steering rack for binding or pull; and a diagnostic scan of the engine management system for fault codes, especially those relating to the TFSI turbocharger and fuel injection. On a road test, listen for any metallic knock over bumps, feel for pedal judder under braking, and note any steering pull to one side at speed, all of which would indicate underlying wear that has not yet been captured by an MOT. Until a comprehensive mechanical and electronic assessment is performed, the vehicle’s compliance with roadworthiness standards remains unverified. Securing a detailed inspection report and, if possible, obtaining a fresh MOT test will provide the concrete data needed to confirm whether the Audi S3 meets the safety and emissions criteria required for road use.
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ME26 LFU Key Findings

  • First MOT due by 27/08/2029
  • MOT valid until 27/08/2029

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MOT Status

First MOT not yet due

This vehicle is too new to require an MOT test. UK law requires the first MOT by the third anniversary of registration.

First MOT due by 27/08/2029

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
95
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Too new for MOT
Tax Status Unknown
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IMPORTED RECORD

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EXPORTED MARKER

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SCRAPPED RECORD

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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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V5C LOGBOOK & KEEPERS

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MOT Status

First MOT not yet due

This vehicle is too new to require an MOT test. UK law requires the first MOT by the third anniversary of registration.

First MOT due by 27/08/2029