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GV59 PYF

2010 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

185,263 mi
Last recorded185,263 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 PYF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 185,263 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 162,217 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 159,677 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 156,028 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 152,685 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 152,685 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 150,680 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 147,288 miles

No emissions readings

Fail 22 Jan 2019 147,288 miles

No emissions readings

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 144,984 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 140,979 miles

covers fitted

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Jan 2016 121,696 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF to turbo (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake binding

front windscreen wipers poor

windscreen scratched

Pass 6 Jan 2015 104,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear tyre side wall cut

n/s rear tyre worn on inside

Fail 5 Jan 2015 104,562 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear tyre side wall cut

n/s rear tyre worn on inside

Pass 6 Jan 2014 82,243 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 64,901 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GV59 PYF is a 2010 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GV59 PYF, 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 GV59 PYF?

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What year was GV59 PYF registered?

GV59 PYF is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 12 January 2010.

Is GV59 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV59 PYF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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