2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa models manufactured in 2010, based on 34 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa MOT Analysis
The 2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa has an MOT pass rate of 88.2% based on 34 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 58,840 miles on the odometer. With a 11.8% failure rate, the 2010 A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa is Brakes, responsible for 5.9% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400.
Top failures specific to 2010 models only. The overall A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 5.9% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 58,840 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.00 | 5.9% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa has an MOT pass rate of 88.2% based on 34 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 58,840 miles on the odometer. With a 11.8% failure rate, the 2010 A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). At 58,840 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Brakes — 5.9% of failures
Brakes issues account for 5.9% of MOT failures on 2010 Audi A3 S Line Sp Ed Tdi168 Sa models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.