2009 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · DA09 EUP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The final MOT conducted on November 2, 2022 at 154,135 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a failure just one day prior at 154,129 miles. This suggests the owner was willing to rectify any identified issues immediately to achieve compliance. Given that no tests have been recorded for nearly four years since that date, the vehicle is significantly overdue for its annual inspection. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 122,907 miles in July 2020 to 138,129 miles in July 2021, eventually reaching 154,135 miles by November 2022. This regular interval indicates the car was used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods. However, the gap in MOT records since late 2022 raises concerns regarding the current state of rubber components and fluids which degrade regardless of mileage. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension components and braking system, as the vehicle has not been verified for several years. At this age and mileage, suspension bushes and coil springs often show signs of perishing or-cracking. The buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as the historical record does not account for recent rust development. Since the last test showed no advisories, the likelihood of newly developed binding calipers or perished brake discs is high due to the elapsed time since the last professional assessment.