2012 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · EN61 HVF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, having passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 105,630 miles. The maintenance trend appears generally stable, as the car has avoided major failures over the last four years. While the most recent inspection identified advisories regarding tyre condition, these represent minor consumable wear rather than systemic mechanical or structural failure. The clean records from 2024 and 2025 suggest periods of diligent upkeep. The mileage pattern is consistent with a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of mileage between the 83,798 miles in February 2022 and 99,000 miles in January 2025, followed by a more recent jump of 6,630 miles over the last sixteen months. This regular usage indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the health of engine seals, bushings, and braking components on older Audi models. A buyer should physically inspect the tyres in detail, as the February 2026 test flagged a nearside rear tyre worn to the limit and an offside rear tyre showing signs of perishing. These findings suggest the rubber may be aging despite the relatively low annual mileage. Additionally, the 2023 mention of a pitted and scored offside rear brake disc warrants a check of the remaining braking hardware and pad thickness to ensure there is no uneven wear or seized calipers. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the underbody for corrosion and the suspension bushes is advisable to ensure the structural integrity remains intact.