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P12 SHX

2008 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,330 mi
Last recorded67,330 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi S376,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP12 SHX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 67,330 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 67,080 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 64,106 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 62,412 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 62,118 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 61,834 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 61,532 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 60,236 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 59,713 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 59,298 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 58,786 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 57,865 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 57,132 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 56,133 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 48,716 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2012 48,716 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jan 2011 37,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 37,255 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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P12 SHX is a 2008 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P12 SHX, 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 P12 SHX registered?

P12 SHX is a 2008 Audi S3, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is P12 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P12 SHX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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