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LY10 EKX

2010 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,423 mi
Last recorded135,423 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY10 EKX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 135,423 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 119,496 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 99,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Dec 2022 99,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 81,943 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 59,312 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 59,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 31,979 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 27,794 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 24,930 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2016 21,655 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 18,717 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 15,180 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,121 miles

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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LY10 EKX is a 2010 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol 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 LY10 EKX, 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 LY10 EKX registered?

LY10 EKX is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 19 June 2010.

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The MOT history for LY10 EKX 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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