2010 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · FV60 EYO

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean passes over the last several years. The most recent inspection in September 2025 at 119,447 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests a stable maintenance trend where the previous owner appears to be addressing issues before they escalate into MOT failures. The record is remarkably clean, showing no evidence of recurring mechanical or structural degradation across multiple testing. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle used for low-intensity annual commuting, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Between November 2019 and September 2025, the car covered 11,004 miles, indicating steady and predictable usage. A notable gap exists between the November 2022 and August 2024 tests where only 1,992 miles were recorded, suggesting a period of lower use. This low mileage generally reduces the wear on high-stress drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to high-mileage examples of the same age. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should focus on age-related degradation that a stationary test does not capture. At sixteen years old, the rubber-based components such as suspension arm bushes, coil springs, and engine mounts are prone to cracking regardless of low mileage. The inspector should also check for corrosion on the subframe and rear sills, as these areas often develop structural rust over time. Since the MOT history shows no past brake issues, a physical check for caliper seizing or uneven disc thickness is necessary to ensure the system remains as maintained as the paperwork suggests.