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MH10 SMH

2010 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,097 mi
Last recorded74,097 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH10 SMH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 74,097 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 71,963 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 70,563 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 68,777 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 65,359 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 62,449 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 59,625 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 54,046 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 47,944 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 41,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm [225/45/17] conti (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 34,655 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 28,181 miles

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2014 21,019 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 13,786 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2013 13,786 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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MH10 SMH is a 2010 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MH10 SMH, 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 MH10 SMH registered?

MH10 SMH is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 6 May 2010.

Is MH10 SMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH10 SMH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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