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GY59 GYV

2009 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,538 mi
Last recorded81,538 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 GYV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2021 81,538 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 74,740 miles

Coolant leak radiator leaking ()

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tires close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 74,461 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge very close to cords been exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall x2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 61,168 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 48,279 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 40,206 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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GY59 GYV is a 2009 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GY59 GYV, 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 GY59 GYV registered?

GY59 GYV is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 1 November 2009.

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