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FV59 XAK

2010 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

178,124 mi
Last recorded178,124 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 XAK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 178,124 miles

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

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

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 11 Sep 2023 178,124 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 4 Mar 2022 166,154 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 157,407 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 149,408 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 21 Feb 2020 149,408 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 138,752 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2019 138,752 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 129,038 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 119,437 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 107,213 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 93,674 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 77,034 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 63,229 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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FV59 XAK is a 2010 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV59 XAK, 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 FV59 XAK registered?

FV59 XAK is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 19 January 2010.

Is FV59 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 XAK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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