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MR59 EVB

2010 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

157,229 mi
Last recorded157,229 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2010 Audi A380,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR59 EVB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 157,229 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring components

Fail 6 Aug 2026 157,229 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre obviously under inflated nearside and offside (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 29 Jul 2025 149,577 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring components

Fail 28 Jul 2025 149,572 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 31 Jul 2024 142,940 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

cover fitted obscuring components

Fail 31 Jul 2024 142,940 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn nearside and offside inner brake surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

cover fitted obscuring components

Pass 31 Jul 2023 135,678 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 123,691 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 123,690 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 111,157 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 103,020 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 94,579 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides have slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 94,579 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides have slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 82,113 miles

emissions too clean

slight misting of oil on n/s/f shocker

Pass 10 Jul 2017 69,218 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 59,010 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 49,760 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 43,154 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 34,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MR59 EVB is a 2010 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 MR59 EVB, 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 MR59 EVB registered?

MR59 EVB is a 2010 Audi A3, first registered on 13 September 2010.

Is MR59 EVB safe to buy?

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