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BT59 TBU

2010 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

223,554 mi
Last recorded223,554 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 TBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 223,554 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 223,554 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 218,551 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 200,953 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 200,953 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2017 175,680 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 144,301 miles

smoke level too low to redgister

Fail 21 Jan 2016 144,300 miles

Nearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

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

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

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)

smoke level too low to redgister

Pass 12 Jan 2015 101,741 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 84,503 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 65,534 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)

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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BT59 TBU is a 2010 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BT59 TBU, 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.

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What year was BT59 TBU registered?

BT59 TBU is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 29 January 2010.

Is BT59 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT59 TBU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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