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S3 YJT

2009 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,009 mi
Last recorded105,009 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 YJT
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 105,009 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 105,009 miles

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

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

FRONT BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE BROKEN

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

REAR TYRES 2.5MM

Pass 5 Dec 2024 100,769 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Joint Leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 100,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Lower Coil Missing (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Joint Leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 90,610 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 84,965 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 77,499 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 77,499 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 73,385 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 68,691 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 65,016 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 63,585 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2017 63,585 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,383 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 58,331 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 49,860 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 42,331 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 35,652 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 YJT is a 2009 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YJT, 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.

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What year was S3 YJT registered?

S3 YJT is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 1 November 2009.

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