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BW57 EZV

2008 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,709 mi
Last recorded97,709 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 EZV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 97,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear quarter panel damaged

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 86,513 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 86,513 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 86,355 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section split (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure loose in floor (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

engine oil not to max

Pass 12 Nov 2018 81,559 miles

Nearside moisture in side repeater

engine oil low

Nearside Front tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Fail 7 Nov 2018 81,559 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Nearside moisture in side repeater

engine oil low

Fail 7 Mar 2018 80,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 79,849 miles

Central Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 72,139 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 64,315 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 55,991 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 47,593 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,844 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 34,279 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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BW57 EZV is a 2008 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BW57 EZV, 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.

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What year was BW57 EZV registered?

BW57 EZV is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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