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FY59 YGU

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,227 mi
Last recorded85,227 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 YGU
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 85,227 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 82,678 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 78,785 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 74,246 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Sep 2014 65,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 57,999 miles

Engine cover/air cleaner on top of engine slightly loose

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 57,999 miles

Engine cover/air cleaner on top of engine slightly loose

Pass 17 Aug 2012 45,757 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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FY59 YGU is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 FY59 YGU, 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 FY59 YGU registered?

FY59 YGU is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is FY59 YGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 YGU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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