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DE09 MXW

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,674 mi
Last recorded159,674 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 MXW
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 159,674 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 151,997 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 147,808 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 147,737 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2022 129,728 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 113,130 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Dec 2020 113,127 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 98,091 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2019 98,091 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 87,873 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2017 63,559 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 60,981 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 52,999 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 46,674 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 46,334 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 39,393 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 36,406 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 29,576 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 29,576 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 24,311 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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DE09 MXW is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 DE09 MXW, 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.

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What year was DE09 MXW registered?

DE09 MXW is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 1 June 2009.

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