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LR59 NZP

2009 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,255 mi
Last recorded128,255 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 NZP
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 128,255 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 126,461 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 123,264 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 120,004 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 119,866 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 116,474 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 112,069 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 106,164 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 101,812 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 101,812 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 97,163 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 92,037 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 89,049 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 81,399 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 77,705 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 77,705 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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LR59 NZP is a 2009 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LR59 NZP, 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 LR59 NZP registered?

LR59 NZP is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is LR59 NZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 NZP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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