2010 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · RO60 ABF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent inspection conducted in June 2025 at 80,780 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes, suggesting that the owner has addressed any necessary maintenance effectively. The single failure recorded in June 2023 appears to have been rectified immediately given the subsequent pass on the same day. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2025, the car covered 11,371 miles, showing a consistent and low-intensity usage pattern. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of stationary time can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid seals. The regularity of the annual tests suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left to sit for extended months between intervals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is essential as these can perish or fatigue regardless of low mileage. The braking system should be inspected for seized calipers or rusted discs, as low-use vehicles often suffer from brake surface oxidation. While the MOT record shows no structural failures, a close look at the underbody and exhaust mounting points for corrosion remains a priority for an Audi of this era.