2010 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · PX10 VHP
2010 Audi A3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 125,911 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,911 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PX10 VHP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
- 125,911 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PX10 VHP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Audi A3 (PX10 VHP) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
PX10 VHP Mileage History
- 15/11/2022102,082 mi
- 01/11/2023115,805 mi+13,723 mi
- 06/11/2024121,391 mi+5,586 mi
- 28/10/2025125,911 mi+4,520 mi
- 28/10/2025125,911 mi
Average of roughly 8,074 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Water Pump Impeller FailureModerate
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- Ignition Coil Pack FailureModerate
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