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EF10 XEK

2010 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

141,423 mi
Last recorded141,423 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF10 XEK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 141,423 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 139,613 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 136,260 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 136,258 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both spring carrier arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 129,942 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 125,786 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 125,786 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 122,062 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 117,031 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 117,031 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 110,307 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 103,610 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 96,285 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 88,143 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 83,316 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jun 2013 74,638 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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EF10 XEK is a 2010 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EF10 XEK, 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 EF10 XEK registered?

EF10 XEK is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is EF10 XEK safe to buy?

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