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B5 GNL

2010 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,007 mi
Last recorded128,007 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 GNL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 128,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 128,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 119,962 miles

Powered steering light faint on dashboard in amber no issue with steering

Fail 14 Nov 2024 119,945 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 113,539 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 109,425 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rusting to rear suspension

Pass 11 Nov 2021 105,237 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 101,716 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 94,550 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 88,438 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 88,438 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 81,769 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 68,065 miles

Engine cover, under trays fitted

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 58,232 miles

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

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)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 50,106 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 41,919 miles

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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B5 GNL is a 2010 Audi A3 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 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 B5 GNL, 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

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What year was B5 GNL registered?

B5 GNL is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 19 August 2010.

Is B5 GNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 GNL 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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