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LV08 PHN

2008 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,626 mi
Last recorded86,626 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 PHN
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 86,626 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 85,600 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Pass 29 Nov 2023 79,020 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 74,873 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 73,482 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 71,642 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 71,377 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 69,844 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 69,818 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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 27 Jul 2018 68,117 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 63,326 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 59,034 miles

offside front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorating

Pass 17 Apr 2015 53,055 miles

both front tyres nearing limit

nearside rear tyre nearing limit

offside rear tyre on limit

rear brake pads nearing limit

Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,632 miles

rear brake pads getting low

rear tyres getting low

Pass 13 Apr 2013 40,856 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 34,622 miles

nearside front tyre on limit

offside front tyre getting low

Pass 5 May 2011 26,787 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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LV08 PHN is a 2008 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LV08 PHN, 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 LV08 PHN registered?

LV08 PHN is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is LV08 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 PHN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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