2010 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · CK02 AND

The tester passed the vehicle at 77,515 miles on 2025-12-29 with no defects recorded, indicating it meets current roadworthiness standards; the earlier failure on the same date at 77,513 miles also showed no defects, suggesting a clerical anomaly rather than a mechanical issue. The consistent pass rate across all five tests from 2022 to 2025 demonstrates a stable maintenance trend with no evidence of worsening or improving conditions. The mileage of 77,515 miles at 16 years old equates to roughly 4,845 miles per year, a figure well below the typical wear rate for a vehicle of this age, implying either light usage or extended periods of inactivity. Mileage increments between tests are modest and steady: from 63,657 miles in December 2022 to 67,917 miles in December 2023 (4,260 miles), to 72,568 miles in December 2024 (4,651 miles), and finally to 77,515 miles in December 2025 (4,947 miles), confirming a regular, low‑intensity usage pattern with no abrupt mileage spikes. A buyer should therefore focus on components that commonly develop wear despite a clean MOT record. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or sagging, examine the brake discs for scoring or corrosion, and verify that the rear calipers move freely without binding. Check the exhaust system for rust‑through, especially at the joints, and assess the structural integrity of the chassis rails and wheel arches for any signs of corrosion that could compromise safety. While the MOT history shows no recorded defects, the low mileage does not guarantee absence of hidden wear; a thorough physical inspection covering tyre tread depth, wiper blade condition, and fluid levels will confirm whether the vehicle’s maintenance has been truly consistent or if long standing periods have led to other forms of deterioration.