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ST08 MMO

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,145 mi
Last recorded65,145 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 MMO
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 65,145 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake performance only just met

Fail 27 Oct 2025 65,145 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake performance only just met

Pass 22 Oct 2024 64,631 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 64,623 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 62,567 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 58,707 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine covers under tays fitted

Pass 21 May 2021 55,404 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 53,464 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 53,464 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative both (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 53,410 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 53,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2017 53,313 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 12 May 2011 45,409 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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ST08 MMO is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ST08 MMO, 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 ST08 MMO registered?

ST08 MMO is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is ST08 MMO safe to buy?

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