2017 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · CX17 NVC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 47,508 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories related to brake wear and tyre condition. This contrasts with the perfectly clean records seen in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that components are now reaching a stage of required attention after a period of apparent stability. The mileage profile is consistently low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. Between the March 2022 test at 29,448 miles and the March 2026 test, the car covered 18,060 miles. This low usage typically preserves mechanical components like the drivetrain and engine but can lead to age-related degradation of rubber, as evidenced by the perishing and cracking on the nearside rear tyre noted in the 2026 inspection. A buyer should prioritize an inspection of the braking system, as front and rear discs were flagged as worn in both 2022 and 2026. Although these did not cause a failure, the recurring nature of the note suggests they are nearing the end of their effective life. The tyres also require a thorough check for uneven wear patterns, as the history of nails and sidewall damage across multiple years indicates a lack of proactive attention to tyre condition by previous owners. The 2023 advisory regarding an engine under tray obscuring components should be verified by requesting the tray be removed during inspection to ensure no slow oil leaks or structural corrosion are being hidden from the tester's view. Given the low mileage and the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection should also target the suspension bushes and coolant hoses for cracking, which often occurs more frequently on cars that sit for longer periods compared to high-mileage examples.