The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 3DR HATCHBACK 2.0 TDI CR DPF 170 SE is a smart, three-door premium hatchback for UK roads. It offers more polish than a basic small car, while staying easier to park and run than a larger family vehicle. It competes with the Volkswagen Golf and BMW 1-Series for style-conscious buyers. Mycarcheck.com has 29 checks across 20 distinct VINs; the sample’s average recorded mileage is 134,000 miles, with around 9,000 miles driven yearly. The average private-sale valuation is £2,400, and cars have had about 3.6 previous keepers. These figures are a guide to checked cars, not a guarantee for any individual example. The 2.0-litre diesel suits commuters and longer journeys, offering useful pulling power and potential for economical running when maintained. Three doors limit rear-seat access versus a five-door rival, but SE trim and a composed drive make this AUDI A3 a polished used-car choice for small families.