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FY10 PZM

2010 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,776 mi
Last recorded167,776 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY10 PZM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 167,776 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 167,662 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 161,963 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Apr 2024 154,357 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy close to excessive (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 146,650 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 138,932 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 133,290 miles

centre exhaust clamp/ sleeve starting to rust

front number plate starting to discolour

front suspension lower wishbones inner rear bushes starting to crack/ perish

rear suspension arms bushes starting to crack/ perish

rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, rear suspension arms, rear subframe and rear chassis starting to rust

Fail 30 Mar 2021 133,282 miles

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

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

centre exhaust clamp/ sleeve starting to rust

front number plate starting to discolour

front suspension lower wishbones inner rear bushes starting to crack/ perish

rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear

rear suspension arms bushes starting to crack/ perish

rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, rear suspension arms, rear subframe and rear chassis starting to rust

Pass 6 Apr 2020 128,373 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 116,941 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 106,671 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 96,792 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted.

Pass 23 Jun 2016 82,150 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 77,421 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 71,366 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 60,797 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 50,977 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 50,315 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FY10 PZM is a 2010 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY10 PZM, 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 FY10 PZM registered?

FY10 PZM is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is FY10 PZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY10 PZM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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