2017 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · DV17 TNO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected braking care. While the most recent test on 21 August 2025 at 114,607 miles passed, the tester flagged front brake discs as worn, pitted, and corroded. This specific issue has appeared in every annual MOT record back to 2021, indicating that the owner consistently allows components to deteriorate to the point of failure rather than performing preventative replacement. The car has covered a high mileage for its age, averaging approximately 12,700 miles per year over the nine-year period. The data shows consistent use, with the mileage jumping from 71,124 miles in August 2021 to 87,104 miles by August 2022, and another 27,503-mile increase leading into the 2025 test. This high-frequency usage puts significant strain on wear-related components like the drivetrain and suspension, which aligns with the recurring mechanical issues noted above. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension assembly. The recurring reports of corrosion and pitting across all discs suggest the vehicle may sit in damp environments or is driven on short trips that never clear the brakes. You should check the thickness of the brake pads and look for any signs of caliper piston seizing. Given the 2021 advisories regarding perishing tyres and edge wear, the condition of the rubber bushes and suspension bushings requires close scrutiny to ensure they have not perished or collapsed from the high mileage.