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GD59 XUP

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,514 mi
Last recorded83,514 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD59 XUP
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 83,514 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 83,514 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 78,152 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 78,112 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 73,618 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 65,001 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 59,392 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 59,377 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2020 55,055 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 55,024 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective o ring perished/split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 47,489 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 40,561 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 34,164 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 26,586 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 2 Sep 2014 7,793 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2013 7,363 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 7,195 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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GD59 XUP is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GD59 XUP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GD59 XUP registered?

GD59 XUP is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is GD59 XUP safe to buy?

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