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NJ08 MBX

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

207,701 mi
Last recorded207,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 MBX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 207,701 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 201,500 miles

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 196,851 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2024 196,728 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 192,605 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 184,353 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 106,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jan 2021 106,576 miles

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

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Silencer, 1 of 2 tail pipes missing.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 99,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section and silencer pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 90,718 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 83,633 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 83,633 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 81,948 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 80,265 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 80,265 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2015 80,189 miles

both front tyres have uneven tread wear

oil leak from engine

Fail 30 Sep 2014 74,410 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 74,410 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 74,261 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 66,043 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 52,786 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 42,298 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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NJ08 MBX is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 76,104 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 NJ08 MBX, 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 18 years old, this Audi S3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NJ08 MBX registered?

NJ08 MBX is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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