2014 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · BW14 TTO

The most recent MOT on 2025-12-03 showed a pass , but several defects were recorded, including a coolant leak , wear on the front brake discs (pitted or scored but not seriously weakened), slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint , rear lights tinted , and front headlamp lens contamination . A failed test occurred just one day earlier on 2025-12-02, with severe light output reduction from the front headlamps, ineffective windscreen wipers , coolant leaks , a tyre cut reaching the ply, and suspension component wear . These issues suggest recurring mechanical and safety concerns . The brake discs and suspension components (ball joints, anti-roll bar) have shown wear or defects in multiple MOTs, including 2025, 2024, and 2022. The tyre cut in 2025-12-02 and nearside front tyre wear in 2022 indicate potential neglect or hard use . While some issues were resolved (e.g., the 2024 MOT passed with no major defects), the 2025 failures highlight unstable maintenance trends. The coolant leak and headlamp problems reappeared, suggesting ongoing risks to safety and reliability. The vehicle has very low mileage for its age (12 years, 107,746 miles), averaging ~8,979 miles annually. This is typical for its age but does not rule out periods of under-use or neglect , as evidenced by tinted rear lights and worn tyres . The brake discs and suspension show wear consistent with age, but the frequency of defects raises concerns about long-term maintenance .