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SF09 SXV

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,648 mi
Last recorded98,648 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF09 SXV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 98,648 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 87,573 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 78,245 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 66,944 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 60,363 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 59,401 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 59,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 58,749 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 57,100 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 55,704 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 52,804 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 49,170 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 49,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 41,507 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 41,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 37,743 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,672 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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SF09 SXV is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 SF09 SXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF09 SXV registered?

SF09 SXV is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 10 August 2009.

Is SF09 SXV safe to buy?

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