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LY09 YRO

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,183 mi
Last recorded61,183 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY09 YRO
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 61,183 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 60,717 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 53,555 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 44,185 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 70,480 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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LY09 YRO is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 70,498 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 LY09 YRO, 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 17 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 LY09 YRO registered?

LY09 YRO is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LY09 YRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY09 YRO shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY09 YRO have outstanding finance?

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