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LY59 GYC

2010 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,882 mi
Last recorded22,882 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY59 GYC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 22,882 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 18,792 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 15,051 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 14,873 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 14,543 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 12,902 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 11,246 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 10,353 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 10,353 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 9,860 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 8,928 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 8,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 7,812 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 6,910 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 5,917 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 4,925 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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LY59 GYC is a 2010 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LY59 GYC, 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 LY59 GYC?

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What year was LY59 GYC registered?

LY59 GYC is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 30 January 2010.

Is LY59 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY59 GYC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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