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FD10 EFL

2010 Audi A3

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,836 mi
Last recorded85,836 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD10 EFL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 85,836 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 85,782 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 82,992 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 82,992 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2023 79,128 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm ! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 76,209 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 76,168 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 74,518 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 72,862 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2019 70,590 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 64,451 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 59,467 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 55,102 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 50,759 miles

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

engine cover and under tray fitted

front both tyre wearing on edges

Pass 17 Jul 2014 42,557 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 35,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FD10 EFL is a 2010 Audi A3 in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FD10 EFL, 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 FD10 EFL registered?

FD10 EFL is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 7 June 2010.

Is FD10 EFL safe to buy?

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