2017 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · AL06 TMH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred attention on wear components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 68,152 miles passed, the tester flagged multiple advisories that were absent in previous years. The transition from a clean sheet in 2025 to a list of brake and suspension issues suggests that components are now reaching the end of their functional life and require intervention. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a gap of 7,418 miles between the March 2024 and February 2025 tests, followed by a further 8,769-mile interval over the last fourteen months. The failure in February 2025 at 59,783 miles due to a structural bulge and nail in the offside rear tyre indicates the previous owner may have neglected pre-test safety checks prior to the annual inspection. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the rear braking system. The February 2026 record notes pitting and scoring on both rear discs along with thin pads, which indicates the brakes are nearing a failure point and likely require immediate replacement. The light misting on the nearside shock absorber is an early sign of seal failure, indicating the beginning of an oil leak. If not monitored or replaced, this will eventually lead to a failure and degraded handling as the leak increases.