2016 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · B8 RGC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on August 5, 2026 at 48,497 miles passed, the tester noted a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on the edge. This follows a recurring pattern where components are only addressed once they reach failure or critical advisory thresholds. The overall trend is stable in terms of passing tests, but the data suggests the owner tends to service items only when prompted by an MOT inspection. At ten years of age, the recorded mileage of 48,497 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,850 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evident in the August 2025 test at 45,177 miles where both front inner tyres showed cracking and perishing. There is a notable gap in the records between December 2020 and August 2022, during which the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods. Such inactivity can lead to flat-spotting tyres and corrosion of brake discs and seals. The brake system shows a consistent issue of thinning rear pads, flagged in four consecutive annual tests from 2023 through 2026. This indicates a failure to inspect the rear braking assembly during routine service intervals despite the low mileage. Additionally, the failure in August 2022 at 34,969 miles due to exposed cords on the tyres and a loose exhaust heat shield highlights that basic safety consumables have been frequently neglected. A buyer should specifically inspect the current condition of all four tyres for uneven wear and check the rear calipers for binding to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying mechanical corrosion or seized components.