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ND59 ARZ

2009 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,024 mi
Last recorded153,024 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND59 ARZ
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2026 153,024 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Lower Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel arch insecure

Offside Front wheel arch insecure

Pass 26 Jun 2025 148,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 143,604 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 141,592 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 130,000 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 116,675 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 116,675 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 98,855 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 98,853 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 88,900 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 80,707 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 72,763 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 59,901 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 59,901 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 44,087 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ND59 ARZ is a 2009 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ND59 ARZ, 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 ND59 ARZ registered?

ND59 ARZ is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is ND59 ARZ safe to buy?

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