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LK59 NLV

2009 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

73,436 mi
Last recorded73,436 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK59 NLV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 73,436 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 67,378 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear diff light misting of oil

Fail 15 May 2025 67,378 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear diff light misting of oil

Pass 13 May 2024 61,032 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 61,032 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 52,785 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 52,785 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 43,557 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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LK59 NLV is a 2009 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LK59 NLV, 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 LK59 NLV registered?

LK59 NLV is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is LK59 NLV safe to buy?

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