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GP57 VAM

2008 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

137,332 mi
Last recorded137,332 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 VAM
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 137,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 136,855 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 136,220 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 135,242 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 133,077 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 133,067 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 126,755 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 121,640 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 114,080 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 107,738 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 102,034 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 94,462 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 87,539 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 76,413 miles

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

offside front tyre very close to legal limit

Fail 14 Mar 2014 76,413 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

offside front tyre very close to legal limit

Pass 1 May 2013 66,093 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel cap seal cracking lightly.

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

Rear washer not working.

Pass 2 May 2012 52,457 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 42,152 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 41,871 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GP57 VAM is a 2008 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 GP57 VAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP57 VAM registered?

GP57 VAM is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is GP57 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 VAM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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