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YR59 UPB

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,357 mi
Last recorded123,357 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 UPB
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 123,357 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 117,647 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 112,269 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 111,260 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 108,166 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 104,912 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 98,216 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 87,624 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 75,587 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 73,916 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 69,961 miles

front discs corroded on inner face

Fail 25 Aug 2015 69,958 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front discs corroded on inner face

Pass 3 Sep 2014 59,089 miles

rear pads low-x2 rear tyres low

Fail 2 Sep 2014 59,089 miles

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

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

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

rear pads low-x2 rear tyres low

Pass 11 Oct 2013 54,066 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 45,699 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YR59 UPB is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR59 UPB, 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 YR59 UPB registered?

YR59 UPB is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 7 October 2009.

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