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S3 VVT

2008 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,280 mi
Last recorded120,280 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 VVT
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 120,280 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 3 Jun 2024 118,045 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 116,333 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 116,333 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2022 113,856 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 112,823 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 109,581 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 103,623 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 103,615 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault red air bag light on dash (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 99,774 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 89,298 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 72,196 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 59,003 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 42,972 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,690 miles

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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S3 VVT is a 2008 Audi S3 in Blue 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 S3 VVT, 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 VVT registered?

S3 VVT is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is S3 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 VVT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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