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LE53 YSS

2008 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,528 mi
Last recorded136,528 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 YSS
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 136,528 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 131,181 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 120,139 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 108,972 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 99,279 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 96,710 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 92,445 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 82,723 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 72,615 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 64,708 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 56,642 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 49,150 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2014 43,274 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 38,618 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 34,212 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 30,767 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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LE53 YSS is a 2008 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 76,104 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 LE53 YSS, 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 18 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LE53 YSS?

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What year was LE53 YSS registered?

LE53 YSS is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is LE53 YSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE53 YSS shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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