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BL57 VMV

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,647 mi
Last recorded118,647 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 VMV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 118,647 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 116,115 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 116,115 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2025 116,115 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 110,320 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 107,343 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 93,078 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 78,716 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n-s-r and os-r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 75,080 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 70,916 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2018 70,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 62,087 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 52,574 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 51,093 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 48,953 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 46,042 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 46,042 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 40,419 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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BL57 VMV is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL57 VMV, 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 BL57 VMV registered?

BL57 VMV is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is BL57 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 VMV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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