2016 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · K14 LAK

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear trend of improving maintenance. The most recent MOT conducted on 11 December 2025 at 74,976 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This transition from multiple minor advisories in early 2024 to a clean sheet suggests the current owner has taken proactive steps to rectify flagged wear items. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The data shows steady accumulation of use, with 5,000 miles covered between January 2024 and December 2024, and another 6,773 miles recorded between December 2024 and December 2025. This regular usage suggests the car is driven frequently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber components and brake assemblies to prevent seizing or excessive corrosion associated with long-term inactivity. A physical inspection should focus specifically on the front suspension and braking system given their reactive history. The January 2024 test at 63,297 miles flagged both nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes as worn. While these did not cause a failure, you should check for any play or knocks under steering. Additionally, the recurring mentions of thin brake pads and worn discs between 2022 and 2023 indicate a cycle of wear that requires a verification of the current thickness of the pads and the surface condition of the rotors to ensure they were replaced effectively. The buyer should also verify the condition of the tyres and wipers. The 2024 record noted perishing walls on the nearside front and rear tyres, along with a failure of the rear wiper and washer. While these are likely replaced given the subsequent tests, checking the sidewalls of the current tyres for cracking and testing the functionality of the rear wiper system is essential to confirm the vehicle remains in its current compliant state.