2014 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · PY14 AEE

The 2026‑05‑04 MOT at 113,120 miles records a pass with no defects, indicating current roadworthiness and a stable maintenance trend after the 2021 failure. Earlier failure on 2021‑01‑11 documented a serious fluid leak in the offside rear shock absorber and a non‑functional side repeater, but subsequent tests from 2022 onward show no recorded defects, confirming that the vehicle has been maintained consistently. The mileage record shows a steady increase from 22,314 miles in April 2017 to 113,120 miles by May 2026, averaging about 9,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 12‑year‑old car. Notable jumps occur between September 2022 (86,147 miles) and April 2025 (106,780 miles), a rise of 20,633 miles over two and a half years, suggesting a period of higher annual mileage, while the interval from April 2025 to May 2026 adds only 6,340 miles, reflecting normal yearly accumulation. No test intervals exceed two years, and the spacing between records remains roughly annual, indicating regular inspection without long standing periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the offside rear shock absorber for any residual fluid leakage, examine suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or binding, check the rear brakes for binding calipers or seized discs, and assess tyre tread for the 3 mm edge wear recorded in 2021, which may signal alignment or suspension problems. Structural rust around the wheel arches and chassis should be verified, and any previous advisories concerning the side repeater or registration plate must be confirmed as resolved.