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FV59 XHG

2010 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

211,174 mi
Last recorded211,174 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 XHG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 211,174 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 180,486 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 144,406 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 143,543 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 128,727 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 128,264 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 127,175 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 125,073 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 122,207 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 103,990 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Oct 2014 103,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Nov 2013 80,781 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 58,614 miles

both rear tyres wear outside

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 XHG is a 2010 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XHG, 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 XHG registered?

FV59 XHG is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 17 February 2010.

Is FV59 XHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 XHG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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