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LC59 OXG

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,381 mi
Last recorded75,381 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 OXG
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 75,381 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 69,987 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 67,996 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 67,996 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 66,997 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 64,554 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 60,298 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fuel cap seal deteriorated but sealing

head light leveling arm disconnected

suspect cat issue ,emissions just past on co

Fail 1 Mar 2022 60,298 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fuel cap seal deteriorated but sealing

head light leveling arm disconnected

suspect cat issue ,emissions just past on co

Pass 4 Mar 2021 54,487 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Drop Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Very Close On 2mm Central, Very Low Both Edges & Some Cuts Outer Sidewall Not Exposing Cords Or Ply (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Close On 3mm Central & Low Both Edges, Outer Sidewall Has Cut But Not Exposing Cords Or Ply (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 54,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Drop Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Very Close On 2mm Central, Very Low Both Edges & Some Cuts Outer Sidewall Not Exposing Cords Or Ply (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Close On 3mm Central & Low Both Edges, Outer Sidewall Has Cut But Not Exposing Cords Or Ply (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 49,021 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 43,701 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 42,966 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 42,966 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 38,733 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2017 38,733 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 32,522 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 28,283 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2014 25,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2013 21,583 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)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,857 miles

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

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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LC59 OXG is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LC59 OXG, 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 LC59 OXG registered?

LC59 OXG is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 7 November 2009.

Is LC59 OXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 OXG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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