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AD10 LYW

2010 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

138,598 mi
Last recorded138,598 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD10 LYW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 138,598 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 135,279 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 132,802 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 127,215 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 127,207 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 122,725 miles

chip in front screen, does not affect drivers view

Pass 21 Oct 2020 120,718 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 120,715 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 112,470 miles

Front both front wipers smearing

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 106,236 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 97,618 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 86,183 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 74,424 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 61,966 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 61,966 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 46,577 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AD10 LYW is a 2010 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 80,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD10 LYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 16 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD10 LYW?

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What year was AD10 LYW registered?

AD10 LYW is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 14 July 2010.

Is AD10 LYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD10 LYW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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