2014 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · DF14 NWJ

The vehicle presents a consistent and stable maintenance profile with no recorded defects across the last four years of testing. The most recent MOT on 12 August 2025 at 73,306 miles returned a clean pass with no advisories, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a high standard of roadworthiness through its recent inspections. The lack of recurring failures or advisory notes suggests a proactive approach to maintenance or a vehicle that has not been subjected to heavy mechanical stress. The mileage accumulation appears steady and aligns with typical usage for a 12-year-old vehicle. Between the 2022 test at 61,872 miles and the 2025 test at 73,306 miles, the car has covered approximately 11,434 miles, averaging roughly 3,800 miles per year during this specific period. This lower annual mileage compared to the historical average suggests the vehicle has seen lighter use in recent years. The data shows no evidence of sudden mileage spikes or long periods of inactivity that would typically trigger concerns regarding fluid degradation or perished rubber components. While the MOT record is exceptionally clean, a physical inspection should focus on components that often fall outside the scope of a standard MOT test. Given the vehicle's age, the buyer should scrutinise the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and drive shafts for signs of perished rubber or play. The absence of brake advisories in the records is a positive sign, but a manual check of the brake discs for lip formation and the calipers for binding is still prudent. The lack of structural corrosion or emissions issues in the history is encouraging. A buyer should still verify the underside for surface rust, particularly on the subframes and exhaust system, to ensure no degradation has occurred since the last test. Overall, the documented history reflects a well-kept vehicle with a predictable and manageable usage pattern.