2021 Audi A3 Sport 35 Tfsi Mhev S-A 1.5L Petrol · AV10 RUM

The 2021 Audi A3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV has maintained a clean MOT record over the past three test cycles, with the most recent inspection on 8 July 2025 at 68,583 miles passing without any defects. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been well maintained under test conditions, though the single failure in July 2023—at just 52,159 miles—was unusual given the lack of recorded defects. The absence of advisories or recurring issues in subsequent tests implies any underlying concerns were either resolved promptly or never materialised. For a buyer, this record provides reassurance that major structural or mechanical failures have not been a pattern, but the single failure does raise a minor question about what triggered it, as no details were logged. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging around 13,717 miles per year, which is well above the UK average and suggests either intensive use or aggressive driving. The gap between the 2023 failure and the next test in July 2024—covering roughly 7,395 miles—was completed without further issues, indicating the problem was addressed swiftly. The most recent 12-month interval saw 8,979 miles logged, bringing the total to 68,583 miles by July 2025. Such mileage levels will have accelerated wear on consumables like brake pads, tyres, and suspension components, so a buyer should expect these to require nearer-term attention than on a lower-mileage example. Given the clean MOT history, there are no specific recurring defects to flag for further investigation. However, the high mileage justifies a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension wear—particularly the front lower control arm bushes and rear coil springs—along with brake system health, including caliper binding and disc thickness. The MHEV system, while not directly tested under MOT, should also be checked for error codes or degraded battery performance, as hybrid components can degrade faster under heavy use. Structural integrity remains untested by the MOT, so a close examination of the underbody for corrosion, especially around wheel arches and exhaust mounts, is advisable. The absence of advisories does not eliminate the need for these checks, given the vehicle’s elevated mileage.