2015 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · FH64 AEE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean MOT record after a period of intermittent failures. The most recent test in September 2023 at 71,491 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the previous mechanical issues identified in earlier years were addressed. While the history shows a pattern of reactive maintenance where faults are corrected only upon failing, the current state suggests the vehicle is currently in a sound condition regarding its recorded components. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 29,218 miles in early 2018 to 71,491 miles in late 2023. This low annual usage suggests the car has seen light road use, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and rubber-based suspension components. However, the gap between the 2023 test and the current date means the buyer should account for potential fluid degradation or rubber aging over these long intervals. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the lower control arm bushes were previously flagged as worn in 2020 at 54,330 miles. Although these passed in subsequent tests, they are common wear points on this Audi platform as they age. The offside rear shock absorber also showed a serious fluid leak in 2020 and should be visually checked for signs of weeping or premature failure to ensure the replacement was effective. The history also reveals that tyres and brake components have been subject to neglect, with failures recorded for thin brake pads in 2019 and worn tyres across multiple years. The 2021 failure specifically highlighted a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system and headlamp alignment issues. A physical inspection should verify the current tread depth of the tyres and the remaining pad thickness to ensure the current owner is not repeating the pattern of deferred basic maintenance seen in the past.