2012 Audi A3 1.2L Petrol · CH61 CAH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite a history of immediate test failures. The most recent inspection on 21 January 2026 at 53,510 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day. This pattern suggests that mechanical or lighting issues are identified and rectified immediately prior to a retest. The lack of advisories on the latest certificate indicates the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards for road use. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 53,510 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 3,822 miles per year. The data shows consistent intervals between tests, with roughly 3,300 miles covered between October 2023 and November 2024, and another 4,215 miles covered between November 2024 and January 2026. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid corrosion due to lack of thermal cycling. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that likely caused the recent failures, as the record does not specify the exact nature of the faults. Given the age and low-use profile, check for perished suspension bushes and cracked tyre boots which degrade over time regardless of distance driven. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting and seized calipers, as low-usage vehicles frequently suffer from rust accumulation on the braking system.