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DK10 XTB

2010 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,826 mi
Last recorded164,826 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK10 XTB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 164,826 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 164,765 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 161,044 miles

NSF FOG LIGHT TRIM MISSING,,225/40/18 X 4,,((0.50))..P3,,AGE-MILES ETC ETC,,

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ............ALL........... (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 161,044 miles

NSF FOG LIGHT TRIM MISSING,,225/40/18 X 4,,((0.50))..P3,,AGE-MILES ETC ETC,,

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ............ALL........... (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 156,026 miles

225/40/18 x 4 ,,,P3,,,((0.50))..

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 145,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 126,821 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 126,821 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 125,185 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 108,468 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 89,563 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 89,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 78,321 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 71,015 miles

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

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Fail 24 Aug 2016 71,015 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 4 Sep 2015 63,471 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 56,145 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 52,640 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 52,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,874 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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DK10 XTB is a 2010 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DK10 XTB, 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 DK10 XTB registered?

DK10 XTB is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 2 March 2010.

Is DK10 XTB safe to buy?

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