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VE08 JWZ

2008 Audi S3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,023 mi
Last recorded96,023 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 JWZ
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 96,023 miles

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

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 95,102 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 88,539 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 87,320 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2018 87,146 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 65,484 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 61,409 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 54,884 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 51,002 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,208 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 28,856 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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VE08 JWZ is a 2008 Audi S3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 VE08 JWZ, 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 VE08 JWZ registered?

VE08 JWZ is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is VE08 JWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 JWZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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