2010 Audi A8 4.2L Petrol · OY10 BHA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent passing history, though recent inspections indicate a shift from clean records to recurring consumable wear. The most recent test on 6 November 2025 at 57,781 miles flagged a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. This follows a similar advisory in November 2024 at 55,862 miles regarding both nearside front and offside front tyres. While the vehicle has passed every annual inspection since 2013, the emergence of tyre-related advisories in the last two years suggests a recent period of neglected minor maintenance. The mileage pattern confirms this is a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year over its sixteen-year lifespan. The progression from 11,232 miles in March 2013 to 57,781 miles in November 2025 shows very gradual accumulation, which is typical for a vehicle that may spend significant time stationary. This low annual mileage often preserves mechanical components but can lead to secondary issues such as perished rubber seals or battery degradation due to infrequent operation. A prospective buyer should focus on the suspension and drivetrain components to ensure the low mileage has not resulted in age-related deterioration. The 2016 test at 29,833 miles identified a deteriorated nearside front constant velocity joint gaiter, and while this was passed, it indicates that rubber components are prone to wear on this vehicle. The recurring tyre advisories for edge wear in 2024 and 2025 may also point to underlying wheel alignment issues or suspension bush wear that requires physical verification. The brake history shows a single advisory for thin rear brake pads in November 2018 at 39,612 miles. Given the low usage, the buyer should inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which often occurs when vehicles are driven infrequently. Checking the condition of all suspension bushes and steering linkages is also recommended to confirm that the vehicle's low mileage has not masked the effects of long-term standing and environmental exposure.