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DS59 SPX

2010 Audi A3

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

119,183 mi
Last recorded119,183 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS59 SPX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 119,183 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 119,076 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 106,713 miles

Both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Offside Front Inner wing panel damaged

Fail 9 Dec 2016 106,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front and both rear road wheels slightly distorted

offside front inner wheel arch shield damaged and loose

Pass 29 Nov 2015 80,115 miles

all brake discs worn

Pass 25 Jan 2015 79,183 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 76,426 miles

nearside front tyre splitting on outer wall

Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,184 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2014 74,184 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Outer Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 70,078 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 61,938 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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DS59 SPX is a 2010 Audi A3 in White with a 1,798cc petrol 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 DS59 SPX, 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 DS59 SPX registered?

DS59 SPX is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 8 February 2010.

Is DS59 SPX safe to buy?

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