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BV08 UWM

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,612 mi
Last recorded43,612 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 UWM
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 43,612 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 42,676 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 42,676 miles

Nearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 41,821 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 41,242 miles

Front light level sensor seized freed off

Rear light level sensor seized freed off

Pass 16 Feb 2022 40,482 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both have slight play ()

Pass 25 Feb 2021 39,982 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 39,409 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 37,779 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 37,779 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 36,068 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 33,317 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 30,808 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 27,485 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 23,831 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 20,543 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 17,619 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 14,821 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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BV08 UWM 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 88.9%.

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 BV08 UWM, 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 BV08 UWM registered?

BV08 UWM is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 UWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 UWM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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