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KN09 PNX

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

163,486 mi
Last recorded163,486 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 PNX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 163,486 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 163,486 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 156,111 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 150,460 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 144,667 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 142,283 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 124,079 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3.0mm and less on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 123,861 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3.0mm and less on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 108,991 miles

Both rear shock absorbers soft

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers / Under trays fitted

Pass 8 May 2017 93,848 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 93,848 miles

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

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 8 May 2017 93,848 miles

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

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 78,936 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 62,763 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 47,836 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 39,642 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 29,448 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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KN09 PNX is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 KN09 PNX, 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 KN09 PNX registered?

KN09 PNX is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 20 May 2009.

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