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SY59 ZHH

2009 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

111,207 mi
Last recorded111,207 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY59 ZHH
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 111,207 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 103,439 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 103,436 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 100,616 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 96,187 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 92,114 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 88,106 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 72,058 miles

Nearside Front tyre is worn on inside edge

Offside Front tyre is worn on inside edge

Offside Rear differential seal is seeping oil

oil leak on turbo pipe

Pass 4 Apr 2018 54,980 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 52,507 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 52,507 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 30,468 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 24,098 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 18,957 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 14,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Dec 2012 14,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SY59 ZHH is a 2009 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 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 SY59 ZHH, 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 SY59 ZHH registered?

SY59 ZHH is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 19 December 2009.

Is SY59 ZHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY59 ZHH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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