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LR08 FHX

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

118,162 mi
Last recorded118,162 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 FHX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 118,162 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 114,961 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 9 Mar 2024 111,039 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 103,179 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 92,309 miles

car too low to go in brake tester

Pass 7 Apr 2021 86,428 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 86,428 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 79,391 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 79,391 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 72,737 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 68,054 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 68,053 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 67,000 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 66,000 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 64,399 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 60,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 9 Mar 2013 56,953 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 50,887 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,686 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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LR08 FHX is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LR08 FHX, 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

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What year was LR08 FHX registered?

LR08 FHX is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is LR08 FHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 FHX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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