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C16 BMX

2010 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

126,759 mi
Last recorded126,759 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 BMX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 126,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits change ASAP. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2025 126,144 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 121,121 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 121,026 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 115,883 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2023 115,883 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Reversing lamp inoperative both (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 113,138 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 105,874 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively pair (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear both rear tyres inner edge uneven wear

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

Fail 31 Jul 2021 105,874 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively pair (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear both rear tyres inner edge uneven wear

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 98,800 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 93,090 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 88,828 miles

Both front tyre treads well worn.

Large plasic undertrays may conceal testable items.

Nsr number plate light not working.

Small engine oil leak.

Fail 25 Sep 2018 88,828 miles

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

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

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

Small engine oil leak.

Both front tyre treads well worn.

Large plasic undertrays may conceal testable items.

Nsr number plate light not working.

Pass 25 Sep 2017 78,625 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Exhaust rusty in places.

Extensive plastic undershields f itted.

Pass 8 Sep 2016 64,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 51,336 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 40,186 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 37,776 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,878 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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C16 BMX is a 2010 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 C16 BMX, 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 C16 BMX registered?

C16 BMX is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 14 May 2010.

Is C16 BMX safe to buy?

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