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YJ08 VTK

2008 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,830 mi
Last recorded138,830 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 VTK
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 138,830 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 134,584 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 126,250 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side front (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 116,049 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 105,222 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 95,758 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 86,701 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 86,694 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil low

Pass 6 Nov 2018 75,332 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 75,329 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2018 74,152 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 71,444 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 63,125 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 51,027 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Apr 2014 39,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 39,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,408 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 27,514 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 27,514 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,343 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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YJ08 VTK is a 2008 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ08 VTK, 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 YJ08 VTK registered?

YJ08 VTK is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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