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A943 PAT

2008 Audi S3

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,740 mi
Last recorded59,740 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA943 PAT
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 59,740 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust slight leak central

Pass 9 Aug 2024 58,470 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot slightly deteriorated

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 57,215 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 57,191 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2022 55,629 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 53,513 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 53,384 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 52,820 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 52,799 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 51,889 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 51,889 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 50,343 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 48,142 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 45,956 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 43,863 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 40,762 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 35,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 29,871 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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A943 PAT is a 2008 Audi S3 in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A943 PAT, 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 A943 PAT registered?

A943 PAT is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is A943 PAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A943 PAT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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