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FY10 VTX

2010 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,378 mi
Last recorded162,378 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY10 VTX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 162,378 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 151,825 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener ()

Manufacturers under trays covering components

Pass 28 Dec 2017 143,849 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 125,318 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 125,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 119,801 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted/under tray fitted/exhaust system slightly corroded

Fail 15 Feb 2016 119,800 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted/under tray fitted/exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2015 119,554 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Jan 2014 101,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

emissions too clean to read via the exhaust probe

Pass 8 Jan 2014 101,666 miles

emissions too clean to read via the exhaust probe

Fail 1 Feb 2013 86,841 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 86,841 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than 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 VTX is a 2010 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VTX, 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

How do I check the history of FY10 VTX?

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What year was FY10 VTX registered?

FY10 VTX is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is FY10 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY10 VTX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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