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S3 YUA

2008 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

135,083 mi
Last recorded135,083 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 YUA
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 135,083 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 131,907 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 123,303 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 112,472 miles

f pads wearing close to limits - o/s more so.

general underbody and suspension corrosion

light misting of oil on front lower pipes & rear of engine

light seepage suspect from both rear d/shaft seals

Pass 26 Mar 2020 101,231 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 90,698 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 90,677 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 86,960 miles

o/s/f tyre worn very low

o/s/r tyre worn very low

STRONG ADVISE n/s/f tyre worn near limit

STRONG ADVISE n/s/r tyre worn near limit

Fail 6 Oct 2017 86,960 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

STRONG ADVISE n/s/f tyre worn near limit

STRONG ADVISE n/s/r tyre worn near limit

o/s/f tyre worn very low

o/s/r tyre worn very low

Pass 29 Jul 2016 79,128 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 73,094 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 68,260 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 56,677 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 48,573 miles

NSR tyre sidewall is cut almost down to the cords.

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jan 2011 40,967 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 40,967 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 YUA is a 2008 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 76,104 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YUA, 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 YUA registered?

S3 YUA is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is S3 YUA safe to buy?

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