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S3 ONX

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,556 mi
Last recorded109,556 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 109,556 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 107,241 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 107,237 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 107,223 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer cracked . (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 103,019 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 100,167 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 98,691 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 93,519 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2019 85,680 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 68,595 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 63,346 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 57,431 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 57,400 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 48,275 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 41,749 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 32,859 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 32,859 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 23,981 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 ONX is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ONX, 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 S3 ONX registered?

S3 ONX is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is S3 ONX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 ONX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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