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LX08 UAT

2008 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,989 mi
Last recorded117,989 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 UAT
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 117,989 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 117,980 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2021 114,152 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 110,773 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jun 2018 108,927 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 105,125 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 100,105 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 88,335 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 78,191 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 68,580 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 60,859 miles

nearside rear pad inside pad wearing thin

rear discs slightly worn

Fail 2 Apr 2012 60,859 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

nearside rear pad inside pad wearing thin

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,755 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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LX08 UAT is a 2008 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LX08 UAT, 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.

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What year was LX08 UAT registered?

LX08 UAT is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is LX08 UAT safe to buy?

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