AUDI A32018 · 1.0L PETROL

The 2018 Audi A3 shows concerning brake system deterioration despite passing its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 46,432 miles. The maintenance trend shifted from stable to deteriorating between July 2024 and September 2024, when the vehicle failed its test due to significantly worn offside front brake discs and thin rear brake pads. The September 2024 retest passed after repairs, but the underlying brake wear pattern indicates accelerated component degradation requiring vigilant monitoring. The vehicle has accumulated 46,432 miles over approximately eight years, representing 5,804 annual miles which falls below typical usage expectations. Mileage progression shows steady accumulation from 28,988 miles in July 2023 to 34,924 miles seven months later in April 2024, then reached 46,432 miles by September 2025. This pattern suggests consistent light use rather than periods of storage, though the low annual figure may indicate urban driving conditions that accelerate brake and clutch wear while showing modest mileage totals. Brake system components demand immediate attention despite the clean recent test result. The July 2024 test revealed multiple brake pad warnings including both front and rear assemblies showing wear indicators. Front brake discs showed scoring and pitting that progressed to failure-level wear within two months. The binding service brake advisory from July 2024 suggests caliper maintenance may be overdue. Tyre condition requires verification given the nail-in-tyre advisory from July 2024 remains unaddressed in subsequent records. Suspension and steering systems appear structurally sound based on the absence of alignment or geometry defects in the MOT history. However, the brake deterioration pattern suggests comprehensive inspection of all friction components, hydraulic systems, and associated hardware before purchase. The previous owner addressed the September 2024 brake failures appropriately, but the rapid wear rate indicates the next buyer should budget for earlier-than-expected brake service intervals.