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YX08 XHB

2008 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,815 mi
Last recorded140,815 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 XHB
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 140,815 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 139,208 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 139,206 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both side (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 139,100 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 132,028 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 121,492 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 119,854 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 110,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre 2.5mm

Offside Rear Tyre 3mm

Pass 6 Nov 2014 94,735 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 27 Sep 2013 79,667 miles

cover sills fitted unable to inspect outer sills

front brake discs and pads worn

under side mostly covered unable to fully inspect systems or structure

Pass 20 Oct 2012 69,007 miles

front brake disc's are slightly worn

Fail 13 Oct 2012 68,555 miles

Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

front brake disc's are slightly worn

Pass 25 Oct 2011 51,263 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Slight corrosion to both rear discs.

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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YX08 XHB is a 2008 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YX08 XHB, 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 YX08 XHB registered?

YX08 XHB is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is YX08 XHB safe to buy?

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