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DX10 OWY

2010 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

205,627 mi
Last recorded205,627 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX10 OWY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 205,627 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 124,541 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 124,541 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 122,621 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 115,242 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 108,135 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators turning white (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 108,124 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached Top mount securing bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators turning white (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2019 103,141 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 95,227 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 84,736 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 73,949 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 69,424 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 54,999 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 41,590 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside rear wheel arch liner is rubbing against the tyre

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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DX10 OWY is a 2010 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DX10 OWY, 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 DX10 OWY registered?

DX10 OWY is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 22 June 2010.

Is DX10 OWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX10 OWY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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