2015 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · FH65 LWS

The vehicle currently lacks a valid MOT certificate following a test in May 2025. Records indicate the car passed at 82,829 miles but that document would have expired in May 2026 relative to the current date. Maintenance records indicate a fluctuating trend where critical faults appeared and were subsequently resolved within short intervals. The engine management system malfunction and coolant leak necessitated intervention between the failed test at 82,826 miles and the passing result recorded three days later. Although the car passed previously, the recurrence of the coolant leak suggests a persistent sealing issue that previous owners may have patched rather than fully repaired. Annual mileage averages approximately 7,530 miles which fits typical usage for an eleven-year-old Audi. Significant gaps appear in the service timeline between November 2022 and May 2024 when the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles without an official inspection. This lack of oversight during the eighteen month interval likely contributed to the severe tyre wear and suspension component failure observed during the May 2024 test. The most recent test occurred nearly a year ago relative to the current date so immediate revalidation of the exhaust emissions and brake performance is prudent before purchase. Such gaps often correlate with deferred maintenance schedules where minor issues escalate into costly repairs. Buyers should arrange a specialist inspection focusing on the cooling system integrity and front suspension geometry. The history flags excessive wear on the offside front anti roll bar linkage ball joint alongside exposed cords on the rear tyre which points to potential neglect of routine checks. Verify the coolant reservoir level and inspect for fresh wetness around the engine block to rule out active leakage. A thorough examination of the remaining tyre treads and sidewalls remains essential given the prior instances of ply exposure and tread depth non compliance.