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S3 KYT

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

144,760 mi
Last recorded144,760 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 KYT
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 144,760 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 140,914 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 133,227 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 131,429 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 119,580 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 109,716 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 106,796 miles

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

Front gear links unable to select gears

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

Fail 1 Oct 2018 106,796 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front gear links unable to select gears

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 102,374 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 92,322 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 81,008 miles

Rear brake pads getting low, discs worn.

Pass 28 Aug 2013 69,490 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 55,417 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 42,447 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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S3 KYT is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S3 KYT, 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 S3 KYT registered?

S3 KYT is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is S3 KYT safe to buy?

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