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R9 MXB

2009 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,260 mi
Last recorded106,260 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 MXB
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 106,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 98,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 89,419 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 83,997 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 74,498 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 71,239 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 70,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 66,667 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 60,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 60,099 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 55,601 miles

general component corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2017 51,725 miles

covers fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2016 47,668 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 47,668 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 43,266 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 37,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 32,920 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 28,081 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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R9 MXB is a 2009 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R9 MXB, 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

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What year was R9 MXB registered?

R9 MXB is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is R9 MXB safe to buy?

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