2012 AUDI A51.8L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test on 28 February 2026 at 91,100 miles resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. While the record shows a simultaneous failure on that same date, the lack of listed defects for that entry suggests an administrative error or a re-test that was rectified immediately. Since the August 2023 test, the car has maintained a clean sheet, indicating a consistent standard of mechanical upkeep regarding regulatory compliance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between August 2023 at 82,341 miles and July 2024 at 83,403 miles, where the car covered only 1,062 miles in eleven months. However, the subsequent increase of 7,700 miles in the year leading up to the latest test shows a return to regular driving. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain components and engine internals compared to high-mileage examples. Given the absence of advisories in the recorded history, a physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation that an MOT does not capture. The buyer should check for cracking in rubber suspension bushes and bushings, which often perish over time regardless of low mileage. The inspector should also evaluate the brake discs for corrosion and the condition of the tyres, as low-use vehicles can suffer from flat spotting or seized calipers. Checking structural integrity for surface rust on the sills and underbody is also essential to ensure the chassis remains sound for future years.