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FY08 KRZ

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

154,219 mi
Last recorded154,219 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 KRZ
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 154,219 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 147,713 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2024 138,866 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2024 138,866 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 127,032 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 127,032 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 118,721 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 118,721 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 107,462 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 107,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall split all way around (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2020 98,249 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 90,406 miles

Headlamp levelling device rear damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2018 69,876 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 67,332 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 64,182 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 20 Feb 2016 64,182 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2015 58,743 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 50,971 miles

head light self level appears to vari whilst stood

Fail 12 Oct 2013 50,902 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 47,552 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 41,167 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,789 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 34,789 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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FY08 KRZ is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FY08 KRZ, 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 FY08 KRZ registered?

FY08 KRZ is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 KRZ safe to buy?

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