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LM10 LPU

2010 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,730 mi
Last recorded130,730 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM10 LPU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2025 130,730 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED

Pass 3 Jan 2024 126,060 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 126,060 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible very dirty (0.1 (b))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down excessive movement side to side free play (2.2.2 (a))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings there is excess play in both sides of the steering rack (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2022 119,445 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 114,700 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 109,622 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 105,911 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 100,855 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 96,695 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 93,934 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 89,598 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 85,260 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 78,784 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 72,545 miles

Nearside rear seatbelt not checked child seat fitted

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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LM10 LPU is a 2010 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LM10 LPU, 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.

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What year was LM10 LPU registered?

LM10 LPU is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 1 June 2010.

Is LM10 LPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM10 LPU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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