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YR09 HPK

2009 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,668 mi
Last recorded128,668 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 HPK
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 128,668 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2024 125,069 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 119,946 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 116,445 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 116,397 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Power steering rack damp

Pass 15 Oct 2020 113,217 miles

both front tyres low on inmner edges n/s and o/ s

Pass 24 Oct 2019 104,003 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 90,842 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 78,970 miles

engine cover

rear prop-shaft doughnut showing deterioration

under shield

Pass 28 Oct 2016 69,623 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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YR09 HPK is a 2009 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 YR09 HPK, 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 YR09 HPK registered?

YR09 HPK is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is YR09 HPK safe to buy?

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