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AG09 VCL

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

125,671 mi
Last recorded125,671 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 VCL
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 125,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 120,373 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 114,928 miles

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

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 2 Sep 2022 109,565 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 102,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 96,707 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 90,949 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 82,569 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 73,314 miles

Nearside Rear bumpstop deteriorated

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 66,216 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 55,645 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 55,539 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 46,063 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 34,887 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 29,541 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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AG09 VCL is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AG09 VCL, 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 AG09 VCL registered?

AG09 VCL is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 24 August 2009.

Is AG09 VCL safe to buy?

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