2016 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · AF66 LBZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 23 October 2025 at 92,376 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving trend in maintenance following a failure in the previous year. While the history shows instances of wear-related failures, the most recent clean sheet suggests the current owner has addressed outstanding safety-critical issues to bring the car up to testing standards. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. Between the October 2022 test at 65,881 miles and the October 2024 test at 74,151 miles, the car covered roughly 8,300 miles, showing steady usage. The jump of 18,225 miles in the final year indicates a recent increase in usage, which typically accelerates the degradation of rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The 2023 test flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms, and while these did not cause a failure then, such components often require replacement as they deteriorate further. The 2024 failure due to pitted front brake discs and an exposed sidewall cord highlights that consumable items were serviced only after reaching a critical limit. Verify the current thickness of the brake discs and check for any lateral play in the suspension bushings to ensure the previous repairs were thorough rather than merely reactive fixes.