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YL59 GFY

2009 Audi S3

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,674 mi
Last recorded52,674 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL59 GFY
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 52,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 48,268 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 48,268 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 42,757 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 36,684 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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YL59 GFY is a 2009 Audi S3 in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL59 GFY, 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

How do I check the history of YL59 GFY?

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What year was YL59 GFY registered?

YL59 GFY is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is YL59 GFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL59 GFY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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