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RJ58 ZYL

2008 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

89,852 mi
Last recorded89,852 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 ZYL
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 89,852 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 89,628 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 85,431 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 85,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure smashed (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working outer (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2022 73,322 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 66,709 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 56,859 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 54,973 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 53,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 49,555 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

engine covers

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 47,471 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 40,517 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 36,146 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 32,298 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 17 Nov 2011 31,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RJ58 ZYL is a 2008 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RJ58 ZYL, 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 RJ58 ZYL registered?

RJ58 ZYL is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 19 December 2008.

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