2006 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · CF55 NBM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its most recent certification. The final test conducted on 18 June 2022 at 165,365 miles yielded a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the previous owner addressed any outstanding issues prior to that date. However, the vehicle has not undergone an MOT in nearly four years. This significant gap means the current state of the braking system, structural integrity, and rubber components remains unverified and potentially degraded. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical use for this age, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. Between June 2020 and May 2021, the car covered 4,169 miles, while it saw a higher increase of 12,040 miles between May 2021 and June 2022. This fluctuation suggests varying usage patterns rather than a consistent trend of neglect. The total mileage of 165,365 miles on a twenty-year-old chassis increases the likelihood of age-related failure in suspension components, regardless of the annual distance driven. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the chassis and structural points, as the age of the Audi often invites corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. While the 2022 test was clean, the historical failures in 2020 and 2021 indicate the vehicle has required reactive maintenance to meet safety standards. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check the brake calipers for signs of binding or corrosion that may have developed while stationary. Given the long interval since the last recorded test, a thorough check for fluid leaks and perished tyre rubber is essential to ensure the car has not deteriorated during its period of inactivity or continued use.