2010 Audi A3 1.2L Petrol · LR60 VRG

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent recorded MOT test in January 2022 at 120,798 miles passed despite an advisory for an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This follows a pattern seen in 2020 where multiple front tyres were flagged, indicating that the previous owner frequently deferred basic consumable replacements until they approached the failure threshold. At 120,798 miles over 16 years, the car averages approximately 7,550 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a significant gap in the record, with no MOT data available since January 2022. Given that the current date is June 2026, the vehicle's roadworthiness is currently unverified and years overdue. The lack of testing over the last four years suggests the car may have sat stationary for long periods or has been neglected, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid integrity. A buyer must physically inspect the engine bay for evidence of the oil leak noted in the 2020 and 2021 tests to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak that could affect the drives belt or pose a fire risk. The recurring edge wear on the front tyres strongly suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require a professional diagnostic of the steering geometry. Because of the age and the lapse in recent testing, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and brake mounting points is essential, as these are common failure points for this generation of A3 that remain hidden during standard MOT inspections.