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Used 2012 Audi A3 for sale
Audi A3 1.6 TDI 105PS 5DR
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€5,950
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 14 years old and 278,416 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
The 2012 A3 diesel manual is typically fitted with 1.6 or 2.0 TDI engines and was the era when Audi moved from the older 8P to the 8V body — check whether it’s a three- or five-door Sportback. Manual models avoid DSG gearbox issues but expect diesel-specific wear: DPF, EGR carbon build-up and turbo wear are common on high-mileage Irish cars, and many of these cars use a dual-mass flywheel which can be costly if worn.
- DPF and EGR condition — ask if the car has done regular long runs and look for excessive smoke on start/accel
- Clutch and dual-mass flywheel feel — check for slipping, judder or rattly noise on cold start and during gear changes
- Timing belt/cambelt and water pump replacement history — confirm replacement interval has been met
- Turbocharger oil leaks and boost performance — listen for whining or lag and check for oil in intercooler pipes
- Underbody and rear arch corrosion and suspension bushes — inspect for typical Irish-road wear and any de-arch rust
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
This 2012 Audi A3 is in superb condition inside and out. It has just been serviced and has a new NCT.