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LY59 GXR

2010 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

125,968 mi
Last recorded125,968 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY59 GXR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Jan 2022 125,968 miles

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

Exhaust fumes entering cabin exhaust centre joint insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 114,205 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front pipe sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 114,205 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective front pipe sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 108,828 miles

Both front tyres have side wall damage but not deep enough to reach cords.

Central Slight blow from exhaust clamp.

Front Windscreen has scratched windscreen caused my wiper.but not effecting drivers view.

Pass 25 Jan 2016 88,827 miles

rear tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 25 Jan 2016 88,827 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 26 Jan 2015 74,578 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 58,401 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inside edge

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inside edge

Pass 13 Dec 2013 58,401 miles

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

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inside edge

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inside edge

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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LY59 GXR is a 2010 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LY59 GXR, 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 LY59 GXR registered?

LY59 GXR is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 8 January 2010.

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