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DFZ 2498

2010 Audi A3

White Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,507 mi
Last recorded65,507 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 2498
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 65,507 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 64,618 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 63,784 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 63,203 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 63,198 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 62,831 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 62,147 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 61,263 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 57,863 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 53,294 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 48,019 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear sensor (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 43,203 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 36,881 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 29,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 23,476 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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DFZ 2498 is a 2010 Audi A3 in White with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DFZ 2498, 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 DFZ 2498 registered?

DFZ 2498 is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 14 July 2010.

Is DFZ 2498 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 2498 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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