2015 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · CE15 PLZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred component replacement. While the most recent test on 21 August 2025 at 36,405 miles was a pass, the recurring advisory for corroded rear lower suspension arms has appeared in every test back to August 2022. This indicates that while the corrosion has not yet reached the threshold of structural failure, the owner has consistently opted to monitor the fault to the legal limit rather than replacing the affected parts. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,310 miles per year. Between August 2023 and August 2024, the car covered only 1,976 miles, suggesting it sits stationary for long periods or used infrequently. Such low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components and brake systems, as evidenced by the 2024 failure at 34,569 miles where multiple electronic faults in the ABS, electronic stability control, and tyre pressure monitoring system triggered a failure. A physical inspection must prioritize the rear lower suspension arms to determine if the rate of corrosion has accelerated since the 2025 advisory. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check for brake caliper pitting and seized sliders, which are common in vehicles that do not see regular use. The 2022 advisory regarding front inner tyres worn on the edge suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires verification to ensure the low-mileage chassis has not suffered from uneven wear patterns.