2017 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · HG17 AAZ

The Audi A3 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent DVSA test on 31 January 2026 at 75,301 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. Each annual examination from February 2022 through January 2026 yielded a clean result, indicating the vehicle has not developed worsening mechanical or structural faults. The absence of advisories across five consecutive tests suggests previous keepers addressed wear items before they escalated. Mileage progression matches typical use for a 2017 model. The record shows 23,371 miles at the 4 February 2022 test, rising to 30,154 by 3 February 2023, then 43,343 on 31 January 2024, 62,668 on 30 January 2025, and 75,301 on 31 January 2026. Annual increments averaged about 8,400 miles, with the 2024 to 2025 period showing the highest accumulation at 19,325 miles before easing to 12,633 miles the following year. No gaps disrupt the testing cadence, and the clean sheets imply consumables such as tyres and wiper blades were renewed without formal advisory. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the unblemished MOT trail. At nine years old and 75,301 miles, suspension bushes and coil springs warrant hands-on checks for age-related cracking or fatigue not yet detected. Brake discs and calipers must be measured for wear and free movement, while the underbody, sills, and subframes require scrutiny for corrosion that a brief test bay visual might miss. The drivetrain should be assessed for oil leaks and mount condition. Previous owners clearly adhered to scheduled testing and likely handled minor upkeep privately, given the total lack of advisories. A prudent purchaser will verify service history to confirm timing belt intervals, fluid changes, and filter replacements. The vehicle's record supports a sound mechanical baseline, but in-person appraisal remains essential before funds change hands.