2015 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · DF64 ACU

The vehicle presents a strong roadworthiness profile with a highly stable maintenance trend in recent years. Since the most recent test in January 2026 at 74,835 miles, the car passed with no defects recorded. This continues a streak of clean passes dating back to 2021, indicating that the significant mechanical issues previously identified have been addressed and the vehicle is currently maintaining a high standard of upkeep. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of its age, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between December 2017 and January 2019 where the car covered roughly 9,000 miles over fourteen months. Since 2020, the usage has remained steady, with increments between 5,000 and 7,000 miles annually. This low annual mileage suggests that wear on the drivetrain and suspension components should be relatively minimal compared to high-mileage counterparts. A physical inspection should focus on the braking system, as the history shows recurring issues between 2019 and 2020. The December 2020 failure at 48,822 miles highlighted multiple faults including thin pads, pitted discs, a binding offside rear caliper, and poor parking brake efficiency. While these appear to have been rectified, a buyer should verify the parking brake remains effective and check for any signs of uneven pad wear or sticking calipers that might indicate a return. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, the buyer should also inspect rubber components such as suspension bushes and sidewalls for cracking, which can occur over time regardless of distance driven. There are no recorded structural corrosion or emissions failures in the history, which is a positive indicator for the chassis integrity. The lack of clean records over the last five years suggests the current owner is proactive regarding essential maintenance.