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FV59 XAT

2010 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

106,185 mi
Last recorded106,185 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 XAT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 106,185 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 87,136 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 77,693 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 73,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

oil level low

Pass 2 Aug 2021 66,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre band (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre band 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre band * (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre band (5.2.3 (e))

coolant low

Pass 17 Jul 2020 59,285 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre central band signs of wear

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge central band 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre central band signs of wear

oil level low

Pass 8 Aug 2019 55,439 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test from centre screen ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre band near wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 52,188 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 52,188 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 45,074 miles

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 13 Jan 2017 41,510 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 35,638 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 29,937 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 25,622 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 21,225 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 XAT is a 2010 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FV59 XAT, 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 XAT registered?

FV59 XAT is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 15 January 2010.

Is FV59 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 XAT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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