2010 Audi A8 4.1L Diesel · OS05 COT

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the 14 July 2026 MOT at 184,725 miles with no recorded defects. The recent failure on 8 July 2026 for registration‑plate non‑conformity and front‑tyre tread depth was remedied before the next test, indicating that the owner addressed the immediate non‑compliances. Over the past three years the record shows a pattern of minor, repeatable wear – front suspension arm pins and bushes flagged in 2023, 2024 and 2025, and tyre‑tread advisories in 2021 and 2026 – but no escalation to safety‑critical failures. The singular engine‑MIL fault in February 2023 and the body‑panel damage noted in November 2020 were resolved, suggesting an overall stable maintenance trend. Mileage averages roughly 11,500 miles per year across sixteen years, aligning with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The log shows consistent annual testing, with no prolonged gaps that might conceal hidden deterioration. The mileage progression from 34,007 miles in May 2014 to 184,725 miles in July 2026 reflects steady accumulation rather than periods of intense use, supporting the view that wear has been gradual and predictable. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front suspension assembly, inspecting the lower and upper arm pins, bushes and ball joints for excessive play or corrosion, as these components have been repeatedly noted as worn. Verifying tyre tread depth and confirming correct plate mounting will ensure the minor issues flagged in 2026 remain resolved. A visual check of the front body panels for any lingering structural damage, and a brief scan of the engine management light to confirm the MIL fault has been cleared, will provide confidence that the vehicle’s mechanical health matches the MOT history. Brake discs, pads and rust‑prone areas should also be examined, although no MOT failures have been recorded for those systems.