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S3 GGX

2009 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

111,634 mi
Last recorded111,634 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi S370,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 GGX
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 111,634 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of some testable components

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 110,866 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Fail 15 Nov 2024 110,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 16 Oct 2023 100,166 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 9 Sep 2022 92,266 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 84,477 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 84,477 miles

Emissions not tested no cat (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fail 3 Oct 2020 84,457 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 73,934 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 66,138 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 60,253 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 50,794 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 45,948 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 38,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 26,035 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,176 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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S3 GGX is a 2009 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 S3 GGX, 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 S3 GGX registered?

S3 GGX is a 2009 Audi S3, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is S3 GGX safe to buy?

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