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NK08 OYL

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,897 mi
Last recorded160,897 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 OYL
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 160,897 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 142,285 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 134,396 miles

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

HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR SUBFRAME

Fail 17 Apr 2024 134,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR SUBFRAME

Pass 15 Apr 2023 122,866 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 108,575 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 94,824 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 86,123 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 82,457 miles

Central both headlight levelling devices are seized on the bottom joints

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear number plate bulb extremely dim but working

Fail 1 Apr 2019 82,457 miles

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central both headlight levelling devices are seized on the bottom joints

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear number plate bulb extremely dim but working

Pass 23 Mar 2018 78,227 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 78,227 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 74,739 miles

Front both front tyres worn smooth on very inner edges

both headlamp washers missing one jet each

Pass 16 Apr 2016 71,536 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 66,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 58,700 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 58,700 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 49,022 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 42,988 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 36,611 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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NK08 OYL is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NK08 OYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK08 OYL registered?

NK08 OYL is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is NK08 OYL safe to buy?

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