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BN10 VJL

2010 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

145,719 mi
Last recorded145,719 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN10 VJL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 145,719 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2023 145,696 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 130,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 Childs seats fitted ()

Pass 26 Oct 2021 124,484 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Feathered. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All belts 3 child seats fitted. ()

Fail 26 Oct 2021 124,483 miles

Exhaust system insecure Front to centre joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Feathered. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All belts 3 child seats fitted. ()

Pass 25 Nov 2020 119,666 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 115,281 miles

both front tyres starting to split on inner sidewalls.

centre exhaust joint clamps corroding.

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 27 Oct 2018 105,256 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Fail 27 Oct 2018 105,256 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 28 Oct 2017 96,159 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

items removed from drivers vision prior to test.

Pass 9 Nov 2016 85,529 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play + slight noise (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2016 85,529 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play + slight noise (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 79,177 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 79,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 70,304 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 62,545 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 54,237 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,692 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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BN10 VJL is a 2010 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN10 VJL, 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 BN10 VJL registered?

BN10 VJL is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is BN10 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN10 VJL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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