2012 Audi A8 3.0L Diesel · OU12 XBY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistent history of MOT passes. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 124,725 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This trend of clean passes suggests that the owner has maintained a proactive approach to repairs, as major mechanical failures or structural failures have avoided the annual testing cycles. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. Between February 2022 at 83,709 miles and February 2026 at 124,725 miles, the car covered over 41,000 miles, showing steady usage rather than long periods of neglect. The gap between the 2024 and 2026 tests shows an increase of 30,427 miles, which is a predictable rate that suggests the drivetrain and suspension components have not been subjected to extreme stress from high-distance commuting. While the record is largely clean, a buyer should perform a physical inspection of components common to high-mileage Audi luxury models. The single minor failure in February 2023 regarding an inoperative registration plate lamp was a trivial issue and does not reflect on the vehicle's mechanical integrity. Given the 124,000-mile mark, specific focus should be placed on the suspension bushings, control arm bolts, and signs of corrosion on the undercarriage, as these areas often show wear advisories before a formal failure. Checking the brake discs for thinning or scoring is also advisable, though the vehicle has passed the last three tests without comment.