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YL09 OFY

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,254 mi
Last recorded109,254 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL09 OFY
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 109,254 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 93,920 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2025 93,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 46,563 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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YL09 OFY is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YL09 OFY, 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 YL09 OFY registered?

YL09 OFY is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is YL09 OFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL09 OFY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL09 OFY have outstanding finance?

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