2009 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · D2 GAD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of deferred attention regarding consumable wear items. The most recent test in February 2026 at 104,366 miles flagged multiple advisories including worn front tyres and thinning brake pads. This follows a similar pattern seen in January 2025 at 101,062 miles, where thin brake pads were also noted. While the car consistently passes tests, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the owner waits for MOT advisories rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile of 104,366 miles over 17 years averages out to approximately 6,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity urban use. The data shows steady accumulation over time, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between May 2022 and January 2024, and another 7,000 miles between January 2025 and February 2026. This consistent usage reduces the risk of mechanical neglect, though the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of degradation in rubber components and seals. A buyer must inspect the front suspension and alignment in person, as the record shows tyres repeatedly worn on the inner edges in 2022 and 2026. This often indicates worn tracking components or control arm bushes. The history of binding front service brakes in 2022 also warrants a check of the caliper pistons to ensure they are not seized due to internal corrosion. Given the repeated advisories for thin pads, the physical condition of the brake discs should be evaluated for excessive scoring or lip formation, as they have likely been run to their limit over multiple periods.