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DN10 XAM

2010 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

134,466 mi
Last recorded134,466 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN10 XAM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 134,466 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2023 134,460 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Offside Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 134,160 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 128,031 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2019 128,031 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 122,088 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 106,899 miles

Engine oil level low!

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

Fail 5 Jun 2017 106,899 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn out of shape/lump in tyre tread! (4.1.D.1b)

Engine oil level low!

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2mm left on visible pad (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 100,327 miles

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

Front nearside tyre slight damage to outer side wall!

Rear offside and nearside tyres starting to wear low!

Fail 31 May 2016 100,327 miles

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

Front nearside tyre slight damage to outer side wall!

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

Rear offside and nearside tyres starting to wear low!

Pass 9 Jun 2015 95,446 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 95,446 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 76,216 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)

Pass 22 May 2013

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic oversills fitted not allowing a full inspection.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DN10 XAM is a 2010 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 DN10 XAM, 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 DN10 XAM registered?

DN10 XAM is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 24 May 2010.

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