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PL09 TXF

2009 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,706 mi
Last recorded103,706 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL09 TXF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 103,706 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 98,116 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 92,822 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 85,210 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 81,925 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 64,091 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 62,265 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 62,265 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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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PL09 TXF is a 2009 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 PL09 TXF, 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

How do I check the history of PL09 TXF?

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What year was PL09 TXF registered?

PL09 TXF is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is PL09 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL09 TXF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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