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2010 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · BJ10 XFS

BJ10 XFS

2010 Audi A4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2010. Recorded mileage 179,164 miles. MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A4
Year / Origin
2010 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 23 Aug 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
179,164 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23 Aug 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2010
Engine
1968cc
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BJ10 XFS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2026
  • 179,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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BJ10 XFS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 18:59
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Audi A4 (BJ10 XFS) between August 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.

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BJ10 XFS Mileage History

  1. 10/08/2024162,074 mi
  2. 12/08/2024162,082 mi+8 mi
  3. 25/07/2025170,050 mi+7,968 mi
  4. 28/07/2025170,058 mi+8 mi
  5. 28/07/2026179,164 mi+9,106 mi

Average of roughly 8,704 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Buying Score
55/100
Risk Level
Medium
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Est. Annual Cost
£1,200-£1,600
Mileage
The recorded mileage of 179,164 is signi...

Our Verdict

Proceed with caution. While the vehicle

Prioritise a thorough check of the front suspension. The MOT records from 2024 and 2025 show repeated issues with upper suspension arm pins and bushes; you should verify whether these components were fully replaced or merely patched. Given the mileage, ensure there is documented evidence of timing belt and water pump replacements, as these are critical maintenance items for this 1968cc diesel engine.

The 2.0L diesel engine is typically efficient for motorway cruising, but at nearly 180,000 miles, maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average. You should budget for more frequent component replacements, particularly for wear-and-tear items like tyres and suspension bushings, which have been recurring themes in this vehicle's history.

Carefully inspect the front suspension and the nearside front CV boot, following the failure and subsequent pass recorded in August 2024. The braking system requires attention, specifically the offside front, due to the 'excessively binding' failure recorded in July 2025. Finally, check the nearside rear tyre, as the July 2026 MOT specifically noted a nail and tread worn close to the legal limit.

This 2010 black Audi A4 diesel has covered 179,164 miles, which is notably above the model average. The MOT history reveals a pattern of wear, specifically regarding suspension arm pins and bushes, as well as a 2025 failure for binding brakes. It passed its most recent test in July 2026, although advisories for tyre wear and a nail in the tyre remain.

The Audi A4 has an average MOT pass rate of 80.7%, with tyres and coil springs identified as the most common failure points across the model range.

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